Description
Succulent Barbecued Pork Steaks deliver mouthwatering flavors straight from the grill, promising a sizzling culinary experience. Smoky seasonings and perfectly charred edges will make guests crave seconds at your next backyard gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 4 pork shoulder (blade) steaks (about 1 inch thick/2.54 centimeters thick)
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Oil and Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup barbecue sauce (your favorite brand or homemade)
Instructions
- Prepare the meat by gently patting the pork steaks until completely dry, ensuring optimal seasoning adherence. Create a robust spice blend combining paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne for a complex flavor profile.
- Thoroughly coat each steak with olive oil, massaging the spice mixture evenly across both surfaces to guarantee maximum flavor penetration.
- Configure the grill for indirect heat, establishing a temperature around 350°F with distinct hot and cool zones to facilitate controlled cooking.
- Strategically position pork steaks on the cooler grill section, maintaining a covered environment to promote even, gentle cooking. Rotate periodically during the 45-50 minute process until the meat approaches complete tenderness.
- Generously brush barbecue sauce across the entire surface of the steaks, transferring them to the high-temperature zone of the grill.
- Sear each side for 3-5 minutes, frequently basting and flipping to develop a rich, caramelized glaze that enhances the meat’s natural flavors.
- Remove from heat and allow the pork steaks to rest for 5 minutes, permitting internal juices to redistribute and ensuring maximum succulence.
- Plate the steaks and offer additional barbecue sauce on the side for those desiring extra flavor intensity.
Notes
- Customize the spice blend by adjusting cayenne pepper for heat level, making it mild or spicy according to personal preference.
- Opt for bone-in pork steaks to enhance flavor and retain more moisture during grilling, preventing dryness.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure internal temperature reaches 145°F for safe and perfectly cooked pork, avoiding overcooking.
- Experiment with different barbecue sauce varieties like homemade, smoky chipotle, or sweet honey-based sauces to create unique flavor profiles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg