Steaks
So you want to make a great steak
A great steak starts with a great cut of meat. But it doesn't end there. Once you've selected that beautifully marbled steak, there are simple ways to enhance its natural flavors. So every bite is fork tender and full of flavor.
Marinades
The right marinade enhances the steak's natural flavors and with the proper ingredients it can serve as a tenderizer. Marinades are a combination of basic liquids like wine, oil or vegetable juices and a blend of herbs and spices. But no matter what you throw in the mix, every marinade needs two ingredients: an acid and an emulsifier.
The acid ingredient can be anything from alcohol to citrus juice. This breaks down connective tissue and increases tenderness. The emulsifier is typically oil, used to carry seasonings deeper into the meat.
For simply adding flavor, marinate anywhere from 15 minutes to 2 hours. For tenderization, it's a slightly bigger commitment. The beef must marinate for at least six hours.
For best results, rotate meat as it marinates and be sure to bring the steaks back to room temperature before placing them on the grill or they won't cook evenly. Allow 1/4 to 1/2 cup marinade for each 1 to 2 lbs of beef.
Rubs
Rub it in.
A delicious alternative to drenching your steak in marinade, rubs are a blend of your favorite seasonings, such as fresh or dried herbs and spices. Use rubs to add flavor, not to tenderize. Simply apply mixture to the surface of uncooked beef just before grilling or roasting. And the best part is, it won't cause flare-ups like a marinade can.
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