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If you ask several people to tell you what they think is the best steak, you will no doubt get a variation of answers, from sirloin and brisket to Angus and Wagyu beef. There are so many cuts and types of meat available, yet if you have ever had the pleasure of eating a Tomahawk steak you are likely to put this right up at the top of your favourites.
Whether or not you have enjoyed Tomahawk steak before, we are going to talk you through how to cook this steak properly and provide you with a few suggestions on serving as well.
What is a Tomahawk steak?
This steak gets its name because of its resemblance to a tomahawk; essentially it is a bigger version of bone-in rib-eye steak. The bone is left in because it wows in terms of presentation and it adds to the flavour of the cut. You can purchase this steak from online butchers or simply go to your local butcher.
Tomahawk can be a little bit more challenging to cook, so do keep this in mind
Generally speaking, a lot of people feel that steak is one of the easiest foods to cook. However, when you have a piece of meat as large as Tomahawk steak it can prove a little bit trickier, which is why we are going to take a look at the best way to cook this type of meat.
You should remove it from the fridge approximately twenty minutes before you want to begin cooking and then brush the meat with olive oil and season liberally with black pepper and sea salt. After this, the final preparation step is to simply preheat the BBQ to hot.
Once the BBQ is hot you should then brown the Tomahawk Steak on both sides. Once you have done this, reduce the heat to medium, and then allow the meat to cook for approximately 15-20 minutes if you want to enjoy it medium-rare. If you prefer something different, such as very rare or well done, simply adjust the cooking times accordingly.
However, you do need to be mindful of the fact that the steak will keep cooking once you have removed it from the heat, so it is a good idea to take it off of the barbecue just shy of your preferred doneness.
A few tips on serving the steak
Before serving, leave the steak to rest for approximately 15 minutes, but keep it covered so you don’t lose a lot of heat. Good accompanying dishes include salads and sauces – something simple, as you want the steak to be the star of the show.
As you can see, there is a lot to love about the Tomahawk steak. It is a great dish to cook, especially if you are trying to impress someone. However, do not forget that it can be a little bit challenging to cook, so make sure you follow the tips and advice that have been mentioned above.
