As the sun starts shining brighter and the days grow longer, there’s nothing quite like firing up the grill to satisfy your cravings. And what better way to do so than with a perfectly cooked steak? This summer, we’re diving into the world of grilled steaks, where smoky flavors meet tender textures. From classic garlic butter to bold teriyaki glazes, and from spicy chimichurri to rich balsamic reductions, our collection of 18 mouthwatering recipes is sure to get your grill game on point.
In this article, we’ll be exploring the ultimate guide to grilled steak perfection, with a diverse range of flavors and techniques to suit every taste. Whether you’re a seasoned griller or just looking for some inspiration, these recipes are sure to become new summer favorites.
Classic Garlic Butter Grilled Steak
Elevate your steak game with this simple yet flavorful recipe that combines the richness of garlic and butter with the smokiness of a grilled steak. Perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients:
– 1.5-2 lbs flank steak
– 4 cloves of garlic, minced
– 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
– 1 tsp salt
– 0.5 tsp black pepper
– 1 lemon, cut into wedges (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2. In a small bowl, mix together minced garlic and softened butter until well combined.
3. Season the steak with salt and black pepper on both sides.
4. Grill the steak for 5-7 minutes per side, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness.
5. During the last minute of grilling, spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over the steak.
6. Let the steak rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Serve with lemon wedges, if desired.
Cooking Time: 12-15 minutes
Herb-Marinated Ribeye Steak
Elevate your dinner game with this flavorful and aromatic herb-marinated ribeye steak recipe, perfect for a special occasion or a cozy night in.
Ingredients:
– 1.5-2 pound ribeye steak
– 1/4 cup olive oil
– 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary
– 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, rosemary, thyme, garlic, and lemon juice.
2. Place the ribeye steak in a large ziplock bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the steak, turning to coat evenly.
3. Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight (8-12 hours).
4. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade, letting any excess liquid drip off.
5. Cook the steak for 4-6 minutes per side, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Cooking Time: 10-12 minutes
Spicy Chimichurri Grilled Flank Steak
Elevate your grilled flank steak game with this bold and flavorful recipe, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a summer BBQ. Spicy chimichurri sauce adds a tangy kick to the tender steak.
Ingredients:
• 1.5-2 lbs flank steak
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh oregano, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped
• 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2. In a bowl, combine parsley, oregano, garlic, and jalapeño.
3. Whisk together red wine vinegar and olive oil to create the chimichurri sauce.
4. Season flank steak with salt and pepper.
5. Grill steak for 5-7 minutes per side, or until it reaches desired doneness.
6. Brush chimichurri sauce on both sides of the steak during the last minute of grilling.
7. Let steak rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Cooking Time: Approximately 12-15 minutes
Smoky Paprika Grilled Sirloin Steak
Elevate your grilled steak game with this smoky paprika recipe, adding a depth of flavor and aroma to the classic sirloin cut.
Ingredients:
– 1.5-2 pound sirloin steak
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2. In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, smoked paprika, and garlic powder.
3. Brush both sides of the steak with the paprika mixture.
4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Grill the steak for 4-5 minutes per side, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness.
6. Let the steak rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Cooking Time: 8-10 minutes total
Lemon Pepper Grilled Skirt Steak
Elevate your grilled steak game with this zesty and flavorful recipe that combines the bold flavors of lemon, pepper, and garlic. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a weekend BBQ.
Ingredients:
– 1-2 skirt steaks (depending on size)
– 2 lemons, juiced
– 2 tbsp black peppercorns, freshly ground
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 tbsp olive oil
– Salt to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, pepper, and garlic.
3. Brush the mixture evenly onto both sides of the skirt steak.
4. Season with salt to taste.
5. Grill for 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked to desired level of doneness.
6. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Cooking Time: 8-10 minutes
Balsamic Glazed Grilled Tri-Tip Steak
Elevate your grilled steak game with this sweet and tangy balsamic glaze recipe, perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients:
– 1.5-2 pounds tri-tip steak
– 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon honey
– Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic, and honey until well combined.
3. Season tri-tip steak with salt and pepper.
4. Grill steak for 5-7 minutes per side, or until it reaches desired level of doneness.
5. During the last minute of grilling, brush the balsamic glaze all over the steak.
6. Let steak rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Cooking Time: 12-15 minutes total
Asian-Style Soy Ginger Grilled Steak
Get ready to elevate your grilled steak game with this flavorful and aromatic Asian-inspired recipe! With a sweet and savory soy ginger glaze, this dish is sure to impress.
Ingredients:
– 1.5 lbs flank steak
– 1/4 cup soy sauce
– 2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 tablespoons brown sugar
– 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
– 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
– 1 teaspoon sesame oil
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, ginger, garlic, brown sugar, and rice vinegar.
3. Brush both sides of the steak with the soy ginger glaze.
4. Grill steak for 5-6 minutes per side, or until cooked to desired level of doneness.
5. Remove from heat and brush with sesame oil.
6. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Cooking Time: 12-15 minutes
Cajun Blackened Grilled Strip Steak
Cajun Blackened Grilled Strip Steak Recipe
Experience the bold flavors of Louisiana with this mouthwatering recipe that combines the richness of blackening seasoning with the tenderness of grilled strip steak.
Ingredients:
– 1.5 lbs strip steak (6-8 oz each)
– 2 tbsp blackening seasoning
– 2 tbsp olive oil
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tsp paprika
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2. In a small bowl, mix together blackening seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Brush both sides of the strip steak with olive oil.
4. Sprinkle the blackening seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of the steak.
5. Grill the steak for 4-5 minutes per side, or until it reaches desired level of doneness.
6. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Cooking Time: 12-15 minutes
Garlic Herb Grilled T-Bone Steak
Elevate your grilled steak game with this flavorful recipe that combines the richness of garlic and herbs with a tender, juicy t-bone. This dish is perfect for a special occasion or a weekend BBQ.
Ingredients:
– 1 (1.5-2 pound) t-bone steak
– 4 cloves of garlic, minced
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary
– 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2. In a small bowl, mix together garlic, olive oil, rosemary, and thyme.
3. Season the t-bone steak with salt and pepper.
4. Brush the garlic-herb mixture evenly onto both sides of the steak.
5. Grill the steak for 4-5 minutes per side, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness.
6. Let the steak rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Cooking Time: 10-12 minutes total
Maple Bourbon Glazed Grilled Steak
Elevate your grilling game with this sweet and savory steak recipe, featuring a rich maple bourbon glaze that’s sure to impress. Perfect for special occasions or a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients:
– 1.5-2 pounds flank steak
– 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
– 2 tablespoons bourbon whiskey
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
– Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together maple syrup, bourbon, garlic, and mustard.
3. Brush both sides of the steak with olive oil, then season with salt and pepper.
4. Grill steak for 5-7 minutes per side, or until it reaches desired level of doneness.
5. During last minute of cooking, brush glaze all over the steak.
6. Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes
Rosemary Garlic Grilled Filet Mignon
Elevate your grilling game with this flavorful recipe that combines the rich taste of filet mignon with the aromatic power of rosemary and garlic.
Ingredients:
– 4 (6-ounce) filet mignon steaks
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 4 sprigs fresh rosemary, chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2. In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, rosemary, and garlic.
3. Brush both sides of filet mignon steaks with the rosemary-garlic mixture.
4. Season steaks with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Grill steaks for 4-6 minutes per side, or until they reach desired level of doneness.
6. Let steaks rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Cooking Time: 12-16 minutes total
Chili Lime Grilled Hanger Steak
A flavorful and tender grilled steak recipe that combines the bold flavors of chili powder and lime juice with a hint of smokiness from the grill. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a weekend barbecue.
Ingredients:
– 1.5-2 pounds hanger steak
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 tablespoon chili powder
– 1 teaspoon ground cumin
– 1/2 teaspoon paprika
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 2 lime wedges
– Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish
Instructions:
1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2. In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, chili powder, cumin, and paprika.
3. Season the hanger steak with salt and pepper on both sides.
4. Brush the steak with the spice mixture, making sure to coat evenly.
5. Grill the steak for 4-5 minutes per side, or until it reaches desired level of doneness.
6. Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly.
7. Serve with lime wedges and garnish with cilantro.
Cooking Time: 12-15 minutes
Blue Cheese Crusted Grilled Porterhouse Steak
A rich and savory twist on the classic grilled steak, this recipe combines the bold flavors of blue cheese with the tender juiciness of a porterhouse cut.
Ingredients:
– 1 (1.5-2 pound) porterhouse steak
– 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese (such as Roquefort or Gorgonzola)
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2. In a small bowl, mix together blue cheese, garlic, and Worcestershire sauce.
3. Brush the porterhouse steak with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
4. Place the blue cheese mixture on top of the steak, spreading it evenly across the surface.
5. Grill the steak for 4-5 minutes per side, or until it reaches desired level of doneness.
6. Let the steak rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Cooking Time: 12-15 minutes
Teriyaki Glazed Grilled Flat Iron Steak
Elevate your grilled steak game with this sweet and savory Teriyaki glaze, perfectly balanced to enhance the natural flavors of a tender flat iron steak.
Ingredients:
– 1.5-2 pounds flat iron steak
– 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
– 2 tablespoons soy sauce
– 2 tablespoons brown sugar
– 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
– 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
– Fresh green onions and sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, and rice vinegar.
3. Brush both sides of the flat iron steak with vegetable oil and season with salt and pepper.
4. Grill the steak for 4-5 minutes per side, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness.
5. During the last minute of grilling, brush the teriyaki glaze all over the steak.
6. Remove from heat and let rest for 3-4 minutes before slicing and serving.
Cooking Time: Approximately 12-15 minutes total cooking time.
Smoked Sea Salt Grilled Ribeye Steak
Elevate your grilling game with this simple yet impressive recipe that combines the rich flavor of ribeye steak with the subtle smokiness of sea salt.
Ingredients:
– 1.5-2 pound ribeye steak
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 tablespoon smoked sea salt
– 1 teaspoon black pepper
– Optional: fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary for garnish
Instructions:
1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F).
2. In a small bowl, mix together olive oil and smoked sea salt.
3. Brush the mixture evenly onto both sides of the ribeye steak.
4. Season with black pepper to taste.
5. Place the steak on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness.
6. Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Cooking Time: 8-10 minutes total
Red Wine Marinated Grilled Sirloin Steak
Elevate your grilling game with this bold and flavorful recipe, perfect for a special occasion or a cozy night in.
Ingredients:
– 1.5 lbs sirloin steak
– 1 cup red wine (Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot work well)
– 2 tbsp olive oil
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tsp dried thyme
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. In a shallow dish, whisk together red wine, olive oil, garlic, and thyme.
2. Place the sirloin steak in the marinade, turning to coat evenly.
3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
4. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (400°F).
5. Remove steak from marinade, letting any excess liquid drip off.
6. Grill steak for 4-5 minutes per side, or until it reaches desired level of doneness.
7. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Cooking Time: 12-15 minutes total, including marinating time.
Peppercorn Crusted Grilled New York Strip Steak
Elevate your grilled steak game with this flavorful and aromatic recipe that combines the richness of peppercorns with the tenderness of a perfectly cooked New York strip.
Ingredients:
– 1.5 lbs New York strip steak
– 2 tbsp black peppercorns
– 1 tsp kosher salt
– 1 tsp brown sugar
– 2 tbsp olive oil
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2. In a spice grinder or mortar and pestle, grind peppercorns into a coarse paste.
3. In a small bowl, mix together salt, brown sugar, and ground peppercorns.
4. Brush both sides of the steak with olive oil and season with garlic.
5. Coat the steak evenly with the peppercorn mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
6. Grill the steak for 4-5 minutes per side, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness.
7. Let the steak rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Cooking Time: 10-12 minutes total
Garlic Parmesan Grilled Flank Steak
Elevate your grilling game with this flavorful and tender flank steak recipe. The perfect combination of savory garlic, creamy parmesan, and smoky grill marks will leave you wanting more.
Ingredients:
– 1 flank steak (1-1.5 pounds)
– 2 cloves of garlic, minced
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2. In a small bowl, mix together minced garlic, Parmesan cheese, and salt.
3. Brush both sides of the flank steak with olive oil.
4. Sprinkle the garlic-Parmesan mixture evenly over both sides of the steak.
5. Grill the steak for 5-7 minutes per side, or until it reaches desired level of doneness.
6. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing against the grain.
7. Serve with lemon wedges and garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Cooking Time: 12-15 minutes
Summary
Get ready to sizzle this summer with these 18 mouth-watering grilled steak recipes. From classic garlic butter and herb-marinated ribeye, to spicy chimichurri and smoky paprika, there’s something for every taste bud. Try your hand at Asian-style soy ginger or Cajun blackened strip steaks, or go all out with blue cheese crusted porterhouse and teriyaki glazed flat iron. Whether you’re a steakhouse pro or just starting to grill, these recipes are sure to bring the heat. Fire up those grills and get ready for a summer of juicy, flavorful steaks!
Sophia Brennan is the cook and writer behind Go Jack Rabbit Go. She spent years working in Portland’s restaurant world before bringing that same warm, unfussy approach into her home kitchen. These days, she focuses on simple, comforting recipes inspired by real life, family routines, and the rhythm of cooking without overthinking it.
