Discover the secrets to grilling the ultimate ribeye steak, from preparing the perfect cut to using the best grilling techniques. Learn about essential tools, timing, and the importance of resting your steaks for maximum flavor. Get tips on how to enhance taste with garlic butter and why conventional methods like charcoal grilling can outshine sous-vide. Enjoy a humorous recount of a TikTok live mishap and get inspired by a delicious smoked cream cheese recipe topped with crawfish. Culinary adventures await!
The ribeye is celebrated for its rich flavor and marbling, making it the ultimate steak option for many barbecue enthusiasts.
Preparation for ribeyes should include allowing them to reach room temperature and applying a dry brine of salt for optimal flavor and moisture retention.
Resting the cooked ribeye for a few minutes is essential to enhance juiciness, as it redistributes the meat's natural juices for a better eating experience.
Deep dives
The Great Ribeye Debate
The ribeye is highlighted as the preferred steak choice due to its rich marbling and flavor. It is suggested as the ideal last meal, complemented by classic sides such as potatoes and salad. The speakers reflect on the enjoyment of cooking ribeyes, emphasizing that the preparation doesn’t need to be overly complex, and share personal anecdotes about favorite ways to enjoy the steak. This discussion includes a humorous take on the difficulty of finding quality ribeyes in grocery stores, where the opinion is that most typical supermarkets should reliably stock them.
Preparation and Cooking Techniques
Preparing ribeyes involves taking them out of the refrigerator a few hours before cooking to allow them to reach room temperature, which ensures even cooking. Salt is often applied as a dry brine, enhancing flavor while helping the meat retain moisture during grilling. The importance of having a hot grill, ideally around 550 to 600 degrees Fahrenheit, is stressed to achieve the desired sear without overcooking. The speakers also discuss using grill grates for better heat distribution and aesthetics when cooking steaks.
Seasoning Secrets
The podcast dives into various seasoning methods for ribeyes, including the use of Worcestershire sauce for browning and enhancing appearance rather than for flavor. A combination of seasonings like salt, pepper, garlic, and specialty beef rubs are recommended to build layers of flavor. The timing for applying the seasoning and allowing it to adhere is discussed, including the technique of flipping the steak periodically to maintain an even exposure to air and ensure proper seasoning absorption. The conversation emphasizes that layering flavors can enhance the steak's texture and presentation.
The Resting Phase
Resting a cooked ribeye is crucial to maintain juiciness, and allowing it to sit for a few minutes helps redistribute the juices throughout the meat. The speakers agree that while some believe resting is overrated, giving a steak a short resting period can enhance the overall eating experience. They share personal preferences for resting times, balancing between ensuring the meat doesn't become overly cold and allowing sufficient time for the juices to settle. Additionally, this method aids in achieving a perfect melt of accompanying toppings like butter or steak sauces.
Personal Preferences and Barbecue Culture
Throughout the episode, personal culinary preferences are showcased, such as the tendency to prefer certain butters or sauces with steak and a disdain for heavily sauced meals that overshadow the main flavors. The hosts provide insights into various cooking methods and personal experiences, such as using grills versus sous-vide techniques, and the cultural aspects of barbecue enjoyment. The mention of opinionated food choices, like ribeye versus other cuts, adds a relatable touch to the discussion, echoing the sentiment that preparation can be as much about personal taste as it is about traditional techniques. This exploration of flavor preferences connects back to how food culture fosters personal enjoyment and communal experiences.
Today on the HowToBBQRight Podcast, the cold weather can go on somewhere here in Mississippi (00:22). We’re taking a deep dive into ALL things ribeyes (01:07). When you’re gearing up for a 6pm dinner, this is the PERFECT time to start getting that meat ready to go (07:24). A ribeye is the BEST cut of meat, so here’s the BEST grill to get it seared up on (12:22)! These are all the tricks Malcom pulled out to grill the perfect ribeye in his latest YouTube recipe (16:43). Where should you be putting the probe in on your ribeye (25:43)? A1 came out with a new steak BUTTER, and we GOTTA get our hands on it (29:43)! If you’re throwing down multiple cuts of steak on the grill at the same time, here’s Malcom’s TOP TIPS for getting it done right (33:38). Should you be resting your steaks after they come off the grill (35:43)? What is the BEST take stopper of all time (37:25)? Mark busted out the sous vide for ribeyes at the smokehouse, but they just can’t beat meat over hot coals (41:55)... Looking for a new grill to add to your arsenal? Primo Ceramic Grills has you covered (44:34)! We did our first TikTok live this weekend, and it went AWESOME, until we got kicked off (45:20). Smoked Cream Cheese is super underrated, but Malcom topped it off with crawfish and took it to a whole new LEVEL (49:33)! Should we make a new podcast where we travel around the world on vacation (58:26)? What is “Chipped Pork”, and I want to know if Malcom would try it (1:00:24).
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