I am scared shitless....

[Hell Puppy]

Originally Posted by rhetorical

The steak was perfect. In fact, it was the best steak I have ever had and I have travelled the world looking for the perfect steak. This year I was in Brazil and Argentina. Both claim the best. But my favourite was Alberta beef. But this was breath taking. Only a steak lover could appreciate this.

How'd you end up cooking it? I've also had the strips, but never dared think of trying to grill a filet sized one myself. Though Chops here in Atlanta now offers it for like $125 for 10 oz....i'll be tempted next time I'm in there. A few places in Vegas offer it that way as well including Craftsteak.

I would think in that size you'd just wanna spank it on both sides. The meat is so lean it'll dry out quickly otherwise, and I wouldn't dare consider marinating it or injecting it.

[softball]

Originally Posted by Hell Puppy

How'd you end up cooking it? I've also had the strips, but never dared think of trying to grill a filet sized one myself. Though Chops here in Atlanta now offers it for like $125 for 10 oz....i'll be tempted next time I'm in there. A few places in Vegas offer it that way as well including Craftsteak.

I would think in that size you'd just wanna spank it on both sides. The meat is so lean it'll dry out quickly otherwise, and I wouldn't dare consider marinating it or injecting it.

Here is what I did. Firstly I used an instant read meat thermometer. I like my steaks medium rare, pink on the inside but firm and still juicy.
I have a cast iron rigged pan that I only cook steaks on and it is well seasoned.
I have an electric stove, so I turned it on high, got all fans going and opened the windows.
The steak was about 3/4 of an inch thick. I oiled the pan, tossed it in until it hit 100 degerees F. (about three minutes). Flipped it over and cooked it until it hit 128 degrees F.
I certainly wouldn't marinate it because it is just too good to cover up the taste. I have lost my fear of frying now, so will certainly do it again.
That was about it. The trick is the meat thermometer. Prolly about 120 if you like it rare.
It was worth it. I am going to try their rib eye next.

Note: These frying times might be longer because of the rigged pan. I am guessing cutting that in half for a flat pan. I would guess if you have a gas stove, your cooking times might be longer because usually gas is not as hot.

[Hell Puppy]

Originally Posted by rhetorical

Here is what I did. Firstly I used an instant read meat thermometer. I like my steaks medium rare, pink on the inside but firm and still juicy.
I have a cast iron rigged pan that I only cook steaks on and it is well seasoned.
I have an electric stove, so I turned it on high, got all fans going and opened the windows.
The steak was about 3/4 of an inch thick. I oiled the pan, tossed it in until it hit 100 degerees F. (about three minutes). Flipped it over and cooked it until it hit 128 degrees F.
I certainly wouldn't marinate it because it is just too good to cover up the taste. I have lost my fear of frying now, so will certainly do it again.
That was about it. The trick is the meat thermometer. Prolly about 120 if you like it rare.
It was worth it. I am going to try their rib eye next.

Note: These frying times might be longer because of the rigged pan. I am guessing cutting that in half for a flat pan. I would guess if you have a gas stove, your cooking times might be longer because usually gas is not as hot.

I might try that with a lesser piece of meat first. Something also very lean, maybe some venison loin.

I do have an old school cast iron skillet that is well over 100 years old. It's seasoned well. Normally only see's action for making southern cornbread.

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This is the type of pan I use for stove top grilling....
http://www.amazon.com/Lodge-Logic-Pr...830648-0364004

[Hell Puppy]

Originally Posted by rhetorical

This is the type of pan I use for stove top grilling....
http://www.amazon.com/Lodge-Logic-Pr...830648-0364004

Yup, good pan.

Same principle...old school cast iron skillet will work as well, i've used it for steaks in the oven cranked to about 500 before. Flat bottom but still thick....the flat bottom means it's going to sit in it's juices though. I'm thinking in this case that's a good thing.

Interesting idea to play with...heck, $20 pan though, if my way doesn't work, I'll just buy one.

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I just bought 600 bucks worth of Kobe beef on a thirty per cent off sale. I wish my freezer was bigger. This stuff is to die for.
I believe this is where the beef originated. The pork is also amazing.
http://www.snakeriverfarms.com/publi...ews-burger.asp

[Hell Puppy]

Originally Posted by rhetorical

I just bought 600 bucks worth of Kobe beef on a thirty per cent off sale. I wish my freezer was bigger. This stuff is to die for.
I believe this is where the beef originated. The pork is also amazing.
http://www.snakeriverfarms.com/publi...ews-burger.asp

"American Kobe Beef" that sounds like an oxymoron.