Grilled Beef with Garlic

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare a marinade by whisking together 4 tablespoons of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, thyme leaves, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes in a bowl.

   Tip: Make the marinade at least 2 hours ahead for deeper flavor infusion.

2. 2

   Place beef steaks in a shallow dish and coat generously with the marinade, ensuring both sides are well covered. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to 8 hours.

   Tip: Reserve 2 tablespoons of marinade to brush on steaks while grilling.

3. 3

   Remove steaks from refrigeration 30 minutes before grilling to allow them to reach room temperature for even cooking.

   Tip: Room temperature meat cooks more uniformly and develops better crust.

4. 4

   Preheat your grill to high heat (around 450°F). Oil the grill grates with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil using a brush or folded paper towel.

   Tip: Hot grates prevent sticking and create beautiful char marks.

5. 5

   Place steaks on the hot grill and cook for 4-5 minutes without moving them, allowing a caramelized crust to form on the bottom side.

   Tip: Avoid the urge to flip too early; patience creates the best sear.

6. 6

   Flip the steaks, brush with reserved marinade, and cook for another 4-5 minutes for medium-rare doneness (internal temperature of 130-135°F). Adjust timing based on thickness and desired doneness.

   Tip: Use an instant-read thermometer for precision; remove steaks 5°F below target temp as they continue cooking while resting.

7. 7

   During the last minute of cooking, place a pat of butter and a lemon half cut-side down on the grill to infuse the butter with charred lemon juice.

   Tip: This creates a luxurious finishing sauce for the steaks.

8. 8

   Transfer cooked steaks to a warm plate and let rest for 5 minutes. Drizzle each steak with the warm garlic butter and serve immediately with the charred lemon wedges.

   Tip: Resting allows juices to redistribute, ensuring tender, moist meat.