smoked steak

The reverse sear is an incredible way to cook a steak. For this we are explaining the smoked reverse sear, by slow smoking a ribeye steak, then finishing it on a hot grill for char and flavor.

Reverse Sear Ribeye Steak

16 ounce 1 1/2 inch Thick Ribeye Steaks (We Love Snake River Farms)

Kosher Salt

Coarse Black Pepper

Dry Brine Steaks

Salt the steaks on both sides and place them on a cookie sheet in a refrigerator for up to two hours for the dry brine. Remove about 20 minutes before smoking and add pepper. (we're not using an oil here due to the dry brine or salting)

Preparation:

Prepare Smoker

Preheat smoker to 225 degrees F (we like cherry wood), and remove the steak from the fridge.

Add Pepper and Smoke

Apply the pepper on the steaks, and then place them on the smoker. They will take on that flavor and start to turn a reddish hue. When the internal temperature (IT) reaches 110 degrees (F), remove from the smoker and prepare for the grill. This takes roughly an hour.

Smoking:

Prepare for Grilling

Prepare your cooker for direct heat targeting 500 degrees F over the direct heat. In this case we used a Weber kettle grill. You can also do this before the steak reaches 100 degrees (F). Or you can wait while you prep your sides.

Sear

Place the steak over the direct heat for about 3 minutes. You&#x27;re looking for a nice crust. The IT will come up fast on the steak, especially if you have just taken off the smoker. (some may want to re-season at this point, it&#x27;s up to you. We don&#x27;t. The dry brine or salt with the pepper was all we needed. Try it without re-seasoning first and then adjust. It&#x27;s easier to add salt and flavor later rather than taking it away)

Rest

Flip the steak for another 3 minutes until the IT reaches your desired doneness, we like 125 degrees (F) for rare. Let rest for 10 minutes with a loosely tented foil for the juices to reabsorb into the meat then cut and serve.

Grilling:

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Learn how to reverse sear for the best flavored steaks. Slowly smoke and then sear your steak over high heat. In this video we do this with ribeye steaks.

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New York Strips

salt and pepper

Remove your steak from the fridge at least...

Remove your steak from the fridge at least 30 minutes prior to cooking.

Preheat your grill to 450°, or as close...

Preheat your grill to 450°, or as close to it as you can get your pellet grill, following factory instructions.

Season the steak immediately before it goes on...

Season the steak immediately before it goes on the grill.

Place on the grill and let cook for...

Place on the grill and let cook for approximately 5-7 minutes per side.

Remove when the internal temperature reaches 125-128° for...

Remove when the internal temperature reaches 125-128° for medium-rare. The temperature will rise several degrees during the rest period, so make sure you pull before the desired temp is reached.

Let the steak rest for 10 minutes before...

Let the steak rest for 10 minutes before serving.

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Traeger Tri-Tip

tri-tip

salt

black pepper

paprika

cayenne

onion powder

garlic powder

Preheat your Traeger to 250°.

Rub the meat all over with the seasonings....

Rub the meat all over with the seasonings. ( Heyyy Robin S ;) ) Place onto the grill.

Cook for 30 minutes, flip, and cook for...

Cook for 30 minutes, flip, and cook for an additional 30 minutes.

Turn the grill up to 350 and cook...

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