How to Cook a Steak on the Flat Top Grill (for the perfect crust!)


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Learn how to cook a steak on a flat top grill in this video! Whether you have a Pit Boss, a Camp Chef, or a Blackstone griddle…

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  1. bmrpink59
    bmrpink59 says:

    I enjoy all your grilling videos. Thanks to you, it’s good thing, I’m thinking about purchase a flat top grill for the summer. The least amount of cooking I do indoors the better. I do have a request, would It be possible to make chocolate chip cookie, in a iron cast skillet, on a flat top? It would be a big hit during the family gathering, in the backyard. 😋

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  2. Jonathan Gilstrap
    Jonathan Gilstrap says:

    I appreciate the humble ingredients you use. Even if the ‘star’ is expensive, using things like frozen green beans or refrigerated hash browns are super helpful to us day-to-day backyard cooks trying to decipher which ingredients are the most tasty. Thanks for running the experiments so my family and I can ride your coat tails!

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  3. Wolfbane
    Wolfbane says:

    dang son yet again ya kickn my butt with that fantastic steak , i need to ask could you adopt me and let me live with you , i will cut the grass etc etc etc 🙂
    Also really been enjoying all your vids and content and i am really looking forward to your opions on the best or worst griddle , i just bought a RV and will be purchasing a new griddle for this may .. That being said from what i have researched the camp chef king seemed like a great griddle ,but i am always open to new comments and ideas of yours

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  4. Jake Spencer
    Jake Spencer says:

    I season when I set them out to come to room temp with just salt, pepper, garlic pepper, and Cajun Two Step or PI-YAHHHHH. The last two make a good crust in bacon fat mixed with unsalted butter. 👍🏻

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  5. Jay Booth
    Jay Booth says:

    Thicker is better! I do season with just S&P when cooking steak in cast iron. Then use a finishing butter to bast . Those chuck steaks looked delicious Neal! Hard to find that chuck steak or butchers cut around here. Great video brother! Cheers y’all!

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  6. 2Wheels_NYC
    2Wheels_NYC says:

    Dude! That crust looks perfect! When I do steaks, I salt an hour before, and let sit out at room temp. Then pat dry right before the cook. And I agree about getting the thicker cut! Awesome!

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  7. Robert Thompson
    Robert Thompson says:

    I always season my meat before I put it in the skillet. I don't have a griddle or grill. Mrs Dash Salt Free seasonings are my go to. They come in a variety of seasonings. I also use a salt free substitute as my seasoning. It's great for popcorn. Nicely done 👑.🥩

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  8. Scott Spicka
    Scott Spicka says:

    Nothing wrong with a chuck eye steak, just about a half step down from a choice grade ribeye steak. So far I'm impressed with the Pit Boss, but from what I've seen out of all the different brands of griddles they all seem to do well with proper use, maintenance, and care.

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  9. pcmaroon30
    pcmaroon30 says:

    I'm ready to pull the trigger on my first griddle purchase within the next couple weeks. Paying close attention to your griddle reviews to help me make my final decision. Great videos!

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  10. PopaTop
    PopaTop says:

    I season before with the exception of salt which I put on after because cooking with salt WILL cause the meat to lose moisture just like happens when you don't rest your steak before cutting. This is something that I have learned in the past year and wish I would have known many years ago. Think about curing meat, What happens when you rub your meat with cure (salt) ? It IMMEDIATELY starts pulling moisture out of the meat! Try it, it works.

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  11. Manny Puerta
    Manny Puerta says:

    We usually generously season with Kinder’s Prime Rib rub and add a sprinkle of Montreal. We also prefer cooking a steak on the grill to 130dF. A fried steak seems to be lacking in flavor somewhat. Of course, any cooking method is enhanced by topping the steak with sautéed Cremini mushrooms and onions.

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  12. mike delacruz
    mike delacruz says:

    YESSS, super stoked you did a Chuckeye (po-mans ribeye 😉👌)!! A lot of people that i know, arent hip to this cut. But if made right, man-o-man! Awesome episode Brotha 👊🏼😎🤙🏼

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  13. Mark M
    Mark M says:

    Looks good! Sure hope the FTG600 holds it's own in your comparison review. LOVE mine, even more so now that I converted it to natural gas. I make Philly Cheesesteaks with sirloin and they came out ultra fantastic, and my first attempt at them, thanks to you and your bride cooking some up recently!

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  14. Rusty Lamb
    Rusty Lamb says:

    Nice cook!!! That's a great cut of meat. As far as seasoning always salt before cooking depending on what I'm doing. I might add other seasonings after the cook so they don't become burnt and bitter.

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  15. Kelly Brady
    Kelly Brady says:

    I like to season lightly before with salt and pepper. (1 day before or 40 minues before a cook at room temp) Pre-salting the meat seasons it fully and gives enough time for any juices drawn out by the salt to be re-absorbed, guaranteeing better browning later. Just before the end of the cook. melt butter and add some thyme in cast iron skillet mix for 2 to minutes, add steak then spoon on top of meat repeatedly for another 3 to 5 minutes. 😋

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  16. Everything_Virt
    Everything_Virt says:

    With all these comments, looks like I'll have to try the night before. I usually do it the day of… a couple hours beforehand. I just got my Blackstone not too long ago and haven't had a chance to do a steak on there yet but I have in a cast iron in the house which is my go-to. I'd imagine the griddle would be the same with the benefit of more space to do our sides. Thank you for all your videos. I appreciate the length of them and they're always straight and to the point. Plus, I love your "take it to the next level" and "think outside the box" thought process! Keep doin' what you're doin'!

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  17. Johnathan Rue
    Johnathan Rue says:

    I season with salt, pepper and cavenders 20 minutes before cooking. Let the seasoning set and penetrate the meat real well before cooking. That seasoned crust is just too good.

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  18. Cheezehead Chris
    Cheezehead Chris says:

    I like your butter & W-sauce tip!👍😎 Would be great to do with burgers too, eh?
    Ya need to stop doing these videos thou. Old man winter is not letting up on his grip up here. Rain and snow mix up here. No griddling or grilling up here for awhile yet. Still trying to do a few more rounds of seasoning to my BS.

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  19. slngblde
    slngblde says:

    I season mine at least a day before, preferably 2 days. I usually use salt, cavenders greek seasoning and a dash of red wine vinegar. Then vacuum pack it and throw in fridge. Even if I plan to freeze them I season the same way and leave in fridge a few days before freezing.

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  20. Tony Bean
    Tony Bean says:

    Regardless of the meat I grill or que the only seasoning I use is salt & pepper. How about slapping down a couple of ahi tuna steaks on your pit boss grill?

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  21. Disgruntled Grunt
    Disgruntled Grunt says:

    I always season before. Our new addiction is reverse searing, using our pellet smoker (low and slow) to bring up the internal temps to around 110, then the hard sear on the screaming hot Pit Boss. That with your steakhouse potato recipe, who needs anything else?

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