How to Make Grilling Thick Steaks - The Reverse Sear - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to grilling thick steaks, the reverse sear method is a game changer. This technique involves cooking the steak low and slow to the desired internal temperature, then finishing it off with a hot sear to create a beautiful crust on the outside. The result is a perfectly cooked steak with a wonderfully tender and juicy inside and a caramelized and flavorful exterior. If you're looking to elevate your grilling game and impress your friends and family with a restaurant-quality steak,...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup hickory wood chips, soaked
  • 1 (2 1/2 pound) 2-inch-thick porterhouse steak, at room temperature
  • sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, or as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Place wood chips in the smoker box of your gas grill according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Preheat one side of the grill to about 250 degrees F (121 degrees C).
  • Season steak generously with sea salt and black pepper on both sides.
  • Place steak on the cool side of the preheated grill. Cook until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads about 100 degrees F (37 degrees C), 25 to 30 minutes. Transfer steak to a plate. Brush with olive oil and cover with aluminum foil.
  • Increase heat on the grill to 600 degrees F (315 degrees C) by turning both burners up to maximum.
  • Return steak to the hot grill and cook until crust forms and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads 125 degrees F (52 degrees C), about 3 minutes per side. Transfer steak to a clean plate. Cover with aluminum foil and let rest before serving, about 5 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    549 cal.

    • Total Fat: 38g
    • Saturated Fat: 13g
    • Cholesterol: 141mg
    • Sodium: 244mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 8g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 42g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 33mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 614mg