How do you cook your steak?

There's nothing like a good steak. And right off the back, I never cook it more than medium rare.

I'll cook it on a grill using lump coal, and occasionally a piece of smoke wood. The wood chunk is key if you're forced to use a gas grill.

I rub it with only kosher salt, and let it sit for a few hours to help tendorize it. After a few, I'll rub it with cracked black pepper and a small dash of Conecuh steak seasoning (if you've never heard of Conecuh, it's BY FAR the best smoked sausage that can be bought in a grocery store, and they see seasoning, which few people know about).

I let the steak get to room temperature. Once the coals are ready (chimney starter is the only way), I'll dry the surface of the steak to where it's dry to the touch (it keeps the juices from dripping onto the coals and lowering the temp, and making sure you get a great sear). A few minutes on each side, and it's ready to cool for five, and then eat.

If it's a leaner cut, like London broil, I'll add a soy/Worcestershire marinade to help with the tenderizing and a little flavor. And with those tougher cuts, I'll let the kosher salt sit overnight, if I have the time. I'll cut it against the grain like a brisket, and that tough cut melts like butter, and also makes for great sandwiches for leftovers.



What's your method?