grilled steak

Seared beef cut

A grilled steak is a cut of beef cooked over direct heat on a grill, typically seared at high temperature to develop a charred exterior while keeping the interior at a desired doneness.

The term distinguishes this preparation from pan-seared or broiled steak: We're having grilled steak for dinner.

Grilling imparts a smoky flavor prized in American backyard cooking.

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medium-rare · cast iron · flames · smoky · tender · marbled · red meat · seasoned · black pepper · bloody · meat thermometer · sirloin · seared · barbecue · tongs · rare · filet · pepper

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cooking method

grilled steakboiled beef

Cattle meat, water-cooked

steak tartare · beef carpaccio · live cattle

food type/protein source

grilled steakgrilled vegetables

Produce seared over heat

grilled chicken · grilled shrimp

dietary category

grilled steakgrilled vegetables

Produce seared over heat

salad · cauliflower steak

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