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reverse sear tomahawk steak

How to Reverse Sear a Tomahawk Steak on the Grill

A tomahawk steak is both impressive in size and absolutely delectable when cooked right. We are going to show you how to reverse sear a tomahawk steak on the grill.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
4 Servings
Calories: 295kcal
Author: Laura Lynch

Ingredients

  • 1 large tomahawk steak
  • 1-2 tablespoons steak rub

Instructions

  • Season the tomahawk steak with steak rub or beef dry rub. Insert a meat probe, if using.
  • Preheat your grill to 225-250°F (107-121°C). You will want to set up a two-zone grilling system, one for indirect heat and one for direct heat.
  • Place your steak on the cooler side of the grill, close the lid, and let it cook. For a steak that's around 2 inches thick, this will take approximately 45 minutes. For medium-rare, aim for an internal temperature of around 110°F (43°C).
  • Remove it from the grill and let it rest for 10-15 minutes.
  • Increase the grill temperature to 500°F (260°C) and let it sit at that temperature while the steak is resting, so the grates get extremely hot.
  • Place the steaks on the grill, over direct heat. Wait about 45 seconds, then use grill tongs to rotate the meat at a 45-degree angle to create a diagonal cross-hatch or a 90-degree angle to make a square crosshatch. It's best to set the meat down on another part of the grill where the grates are freshly hot.
  • After another 45 seconds, flip the meat and repeat the process on the other side.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 295kcal | Protein: 20g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 79mg | Sodium: 65mg | Calcium: 1mg | Iron: 10mg