Gas Grilling
Gas grilling is a quick, direct-heat cooking method that uses hot grates heated by a gas source.
Firing up the grill is one of the most exciting activities here in Texas. Whether cooking on a gas or charcoal grill, in the backyard or at a tailgate, grilling is more than a way to cook—it’s a Texan thing.
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A Step by Step Guide to Gas Grilling Beef
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Step: 01: Fire up the grill
Heat grill to 400°F -
Step: 02: Clean grates
Always start grilling with clean grates. Use a grill brush to remove any residue left on grates. -
Step: 03: Season steaks
Season steaks on both sides. -
Step: 04: Get to grilling
Place steaks on grates and grill until moisture starts to pool on the top and beef releases easily from grates with tongs. Flip once. -
Step: 05: Determine doneness
Grilling on the other side until internal temperature reaches 145°F with meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of steak. -
Step: 06: Let it rest
Rest steaks on a cutting board for 3 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute for the best tasting steak around. -
Step: 07: Slice
Slice steaks against the grain.
Tips
If you can hold your hand 4 inches above the heat source for 4 seconds before the heat requires you to remove your hand, the grill is about 400°F. Allow the fire to heat grates to make cleaning easier. Use your favorite steak rub or keep it simple with salt and pepper. Use tongs instead of a fork to flip steaks. This keeps delicious juices inside and prevents steak from drying out. Check out our doneness chart to learn more about your preferences. The steak’s internal temperature continues to rise during resting. -
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Cooking Time Guide
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All cook times are based on beef removed directly from the refrigerator.
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Flat Iron
Thickness/Weight
8 oz. each
Cooking Time
12-16 minutes
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Ribeye (boneless)
Thickness/Weight
3/4 inch
Cooking Time
7-9 minutes
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Thickness/Weight
1 inch
Cooking Time
10-14 minutes
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Strip
Thickness/Weight
3/4 inch
Cooking Time
7-10 minutes
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Thickness/Weight
1 inch
Cooking Time
11-15 minutes
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Top Sirloin
Thickness/Weight
3/4 inch
Cooking Time
8-13 minutes
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Thickness/Weight
1 inch
Cooking Time
13-16 minutes
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Thickness/Weight
1 1/2 inch
Cooking Time
24-30 minutes
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Skirt
Thickness/Weight
1-1 1/2 lbs.
Cooking Time
8-12 minutes
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Flank
Thickness/Weight
1 1/2-2 lbs.
Cooking Time
16-21 minutes
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