Grilled New York Strip Steak
Master the art of grilling New York Strip Steaks – get a mouthwatering, caramelized crust and a rosy, juicy inside every time using these simple but effective grilling techniques. From choosing the right thickness to resting the cooked steak, this beginner-friendly guide helps you grill steaks like a pro.
Servings: 4 People
Cost: $30
Equipment
Ingredients
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- 2 (1 1/2-inch thick) New York strip steaks (about 10 ounces each)
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to high. Carefully oil the grill rack.
- Season the steaks generously with salt and pepper on both sides. Grill the steaks, turning once after 5 minutes, and cooking for about another 5 minutes for medium-rare to get simple grill marks on each side. Or, turn the steaks three times in total so that you achieve cross-hatch grill marks (turn the steaks 90 degrees as you flip them), until the steaks are done to your liking. For thinner steaks, reduce the grilling time; for thicker steaks, increase the time and consider using indirect heat to avoid burning the outside before the inside is done.This should take about 12 minutes total for rare (125 F internal temperature when you remove them from the grill), 14 minutes for medium-rare (130 F internal temperature), and 16 minutes (135 F for medium). The temperature will continue to rise as the steaks rest after you pull them from the heat, which will get you to the intended level of doneness.
- Remove the steaks from the grill to a cutting board. Let sit for 5 minutes before cutting into them or serving them. You can also leave the steaks on the cutting board for 5 minutes, then slice and serve the steak sliced.
Notes
Steak Doneness Guide
- Rare: 125 F
- Medium-rare: 130–135 F
- Medium: 140–145 F
- Medium-well: 150–155 F
- Well-done: 160 F
Steak Portions
You should plan on about 5 to 6 ounces of steak per person. Grill up extra if you know you have big eaters or hungry steak lovers! And leftover steak is excellent sliced and added to Greek Salad, Caesar Salad, grain bowls, and steak and cheese quesadillas, so better to make a little too much. A typical 10-ounce strip steak can comfortably serve two people, especially when sliced and served with sides. Adjust the number of steaks based on your guests’ appetites and the size of the steaks you have.Storage and Leftovers
- You can keep an uncooked strip steak wrapped in its original packaging in the refrigerator for 4 or 5 days if you’ve purchased it from a place with high turnover and fresh meat (which, of course, you should always do!).
- If you plan to freeze the steaks, remove them from their packaging the day you buy them, then wrap them well in plastic wrap and slide the wrapped steaks into freezer-proof zipper top bags. Press out any excess air, then seal and freeze for up to 9 months. Make sure to label the package with the name and date.
- Leftover cooked steak can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for about 4 days, as long as it was cooked when it was quite fresh. You can slice the steak and add it to various salads and bowls, or warm it up on the grill, in the microwave, or in the oven, just until warm.
Nutrition
Calories: 318kcal | Protein: 29g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 113mg | Sodium: 74mg | Potassium: 444mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 2mg