Steak is one of the most beloved meats on the planet. Whether you’re a novice cook or a professional chef, you probably have your fair share of opinions about what makes the “perfect steak.”
If your goal is to cook the perfect steak, it’s important to understand the different types of steaks available. From T-Bones to tenderloins, read on to learn about the different types of steaks.
1. Ribeye
Ribeye steak can either be bone-in or boneless. This type of steak is basically a thick slice of prime rib that’s served as a steak. Ribeye steak contains a lot of meaty flavors, and it’s a great option for those looking for a quick, high-heating steak that they can whip up on the grill or skillet.
Ribeye steak goes great with grilled Brussel sprouts, scalloped potatoes, or even kimchi fried rice.
2. Filet Mignon
A filet mignon is a lean, boneless steak that comes from the small end of the tenderloin. Mignon is French for “cute,” so you can consider this your adorable cut of steak.
Some people confuse the filet mignon cut with the Chateaubriand; however, the Chateaubriand is from the thicker end of the tenderloin. Whether you get a Filet Mignon or Chateaubriand, you’re getting a very tender cut of steak with a mild flavor.
A thick filet mignon is a great candidate for stovetop cooking. Here are some great recipes for cooking your steak.
3. New York Strip
A very high-end cut of steak, the New York Strip is named so because it’s shaped vaguely like Manhattan. A New York Strip is boneless with some fat marbling, and there’s typically a strip of fat along the edge.
Tender with strong meaty flavor, this is one of the best steaks to cook on the grill on high heat.
4. T-Bone or Porterhouse
The T-bone is a massive cut of steak that includes both the strip and the tenderloin. If the tenderloin cut is at least 1 1/4 inches wide, then it’s technically called a porterhouse steak.
If the steak is 1/2-inch wide, then it’s called a T-bone. Either way, you have a great cut of steak on your hands that requires some TLC when cooking. Try to cook the strip part directly into the flame so the tenderloin portion extends into the cooler part of the grill.
5. Hanger Steak
While the hanger steak may not be as high-end as the cuts mentioned above, this lean steak packs a lot of flavor at an affordable price.
Hanger steaks are great for wet-rubbing or marinating and then grilling over high heat. Just remember to wipe off the oily marinade before grilling, or else you’ll have a wild flame on your hands.
6. Tri-Tip Steak
Another affordable cut of steak that packs a lot of flavor is the Tri-Tip steak, also known as the Santa Maria steak.
A bit milder than the Hanger steak, Tri-Tip steak should be rubbed with lots of seasoning before being tossed onto the grill. We recommend serving this steak with some chimichurri sauce and some grilled vegetables. If you don’t have chimichurri sauce, you can buy chimichurri sauce online.
Types of Steak: Time to Get Cooking!
Now that you know about the different types of steak, it’s time to start cooking. Soon, you’ll figure out which cut of steak is best for your tastebuds.
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