When it comes to barbecuing beef, a little technique goes a long way. Whether you're still a little green or the resident grillmaster, hone your skills and make your masterpiece a cut above with pro tips from our talented team. Without further ado, bring on the beef!

• For starters, make sure to choose high-quality beef that will taste good no matter your chosen cut, like our Fresh to Market Beef, Certified Piedmontese, or First Light Wagyu.
• When selecting steaks, popular picks like the ribeye, T-bone, and top sirloin are all well and good, but you don’t have to spend a lot to get great results! Get cooking with a few less-common cuts you’ll wish you tried sooner:
  • Flank Steak: This lean cut is generally thin and flat. Try tenderizing it with a marinade for extra flavor or cutting it even thinner and stuffing with flavorful fillings.
  • Picanha Steak: This flavorful cut popular in Brazilian cuisine has a hearty fat cap that adds to its robust taste. Sear fast for a crisp crust and tender, juicy center.
  • Skirt Steak: A classic for fajitas, this cut is a prime candidate for all sorts of marinades. Cook on high heat for a short time, then slice thin against the grain.
  • Hanger Steak: The only good way to be hangry (hungry for hanger!), this coveted cut is known for its flavor and tenderness and gets even better when cooked at a high temperature.
• Feel free to salt your beef before it hits the grill, but since pepper burns, add that after grilling.
• To make diamond grill marks, position your steak at a 10 o’clock position on the grill, then at a 2 o’clock position. Flip it and repeat.
• Use tongs to flip your steaks, as forks can pierce the meat and let the flavorful juices escape.
• Follow this internal temperature scale for your desired doneness:
  • 120–125°F for rare
  • 130–135°F for medium-rare
  • 140–145°F for medium
  • 150–155°F for medium-well
  • 160–165°F for well done
• Cook to just below your desired temperature to allow for carryover cooking.
• Let rest 5–10 minutes before slicing.

Ready to grill? Find all your favorites (and a few new ones!) at your local Nugget Market’s Meat Department and talk to one of our talented butchers for even more tips and tricks like these!

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