Best New York Strip Steak Grill Recipe with Asparagus (2024)

FAQs

What is the best way to cook a New York strip steak on the grill? ›

Place the steaks directly on the grill grates at a diagonal. For a medium rare steak, cook 2-3 minutes, then rotate 45 degrees and grill for 2-3 more minutes. Finish grilling the steaks to your preferred doneness. Flip the steaks over, cook 2-3 minutes, then rotate 45 degrees and grill for 2-3 more minutes.

As a rule of thumb, when cooking steaks that are 1-1/2 inch thick, you want to go by the 3-4 rule. That is, three minutes per side on direct heat, then four minutes per side on indirect heat.

Step 2: How to grill the perfect NY Strip.

Preheat the grill to 500 degrees and set it for direct heat. It is very important to make sure the grill is nice and hot before you start the grilling process. Sear the steak 5 minutes total flipping it every 30-40 seconds to get an even sear and cook throughout.

Sear the steaks on the hot side to get a flavorful, golden brown crust and those coveted grill lines, then move them over to the cooler side to finish cooking all the way through. This creates a sizzling steak on the outside, and tender, buttery steak on the inside.

In most cases, you'll want to skip the steak marinade unless you buy budget-friendly cuts. More expensive steaks, like ribeye, strip steak, and filet mignon, end up juicy and tender without the help of a marinade.

Strip steak generally takes 15-20 minutes to cook to medium-rare on a gas or charcoal grill.

We typically recommend flipping your steak just once on the grill because it's not getting direct heat on one side like it would on a pan. Instead, the steak is up a few inches from the flame, allowing the heat to circulate a bit more.

Place the steaks directly over the hottest area of the grill. If your grill has a hot spot (where everything seems to burn) that's where you should sear them. Place them on the grill for at least 3 minutes before flipping. Sear for another 3 minutes.

It's best to add oil directly to the steak and not to the grill as oil will burn quickly on the grill causing excess smoke and flare-ups. Season the steak with salt, freshly ground pepper and your choice of other spices, just before placing it onto the hot plate or grill.

Place the steaks on the grill and cook until golden brown and slightly charred, 4 to 5 minutes. Turn the steaks over and continue to grill 3 to 5 minutes for medium-rare (an internal temperature of 135 degrees F), 5 to 7 minutes for medium (140 degrees F) or 8 to 10 minutes for medium-well (150 degrees F).

How long should NY strip sit out before cooking? ›

Do a warm-up. Take your steak out of the fridge about 20 minutes before grilling to bring it to room temperature. A freezing-cold steak won't cook evenly.

Cooking Method: Overcooking can cause the steak to lose its moisture, making it dry and chewy. Conversely, undercooking can make certain cuts feel tough. Aging Process: Steaks that are not properly aged can be less tender.

3. Season the Steak: Steaks don't need much to make them great. Just before grilling, brush them lightly on both sides with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. If you want to get fancy, you can add spices like chili powder, paprika, or garlic powder to the rub.

Most cuts of steak benefit from being salted up to an hour in advance of cooking, but especially tougher cuts. In addition to seasoning the steaks, salt helps break down proteins and make the meat more tender. Liberally salt the steaks up to an hour before cooking, then proceed according to your recipe.

For thicker cuts, you want to close the lid to keep the temperature high and even. Large steaks, chicken, and roasts have much more depth for the heat to penetrate, and closing the lid will give the heat time to sink in and cook the meat through in much the same way an oven does.

If your grill has a thermometer, aim for between 550 and 700 degrees. Brush both sides of each steak with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

The New York strip is a butcher's favorite and a people's choice, often referred to as the 'Ultimate Griller's Steak'. And, for good reason. The rich marbling of the strip steak will melt into the meat as it grills resulting in an incredible steak dinner.

Is New York strip steak tender? It is! This cut comes from the short loin subprimal, and that muscle doesn't do much actual work. Strip steak is more tender than a hardworking muscle like hangar steak but not quite as tender as filet mignon.