May 26th, 2011

Smoked Steaks – A Rockin’ Idea

Here’s an idea for smoky steaks – just in time for Memorial Day!

This requires a smoker to give the meat that amazing smoked flavor, and then finishing them off on the grill. This recipe comes to us from SmokinTex for use in their electric outdoor smokers. But you can use any smoker you can get your hands on.

See what ya think! Sounds delectable to me!

Zip’s Smoked Steak

1-1/2″ thick Sirloin
2″ Filet (or bigger)
Seasoned to taste or Zip’s Steak Rub
Add 2 oz. Hickory Wood to SmokinTex
Place steaks in smoker @ 225 degrees and smoke for 30 to 45 minutes depending on thickness and desired doneness of steak.
Once steak is in the smoker, fire up the grill – either gas or charcoal – and get it hot. I use a charcoal grill and want the coals at their hottest when I pull the steak from smoker.
Remove steak from SmokinTex and lightly reapply seasoning to taste.
Place steak over direct heat to sear the meat to your desired doneness. 2 minutes per side for medium rare.
No steak knife needed, only a fork.

Zip’s Steak Rub

  • 2 T.    Sugar
  • 2 T.    Onion Powder
  • 4 T.    Seasoned Salt
  • 5 T.    Garlic Pepper Seasoning
  • 2 T.    Paprika
  • 1 t.     Cayenne
  • 1/2 t.  Allspice
  • 2 T.    Ground Coriander
  • Mix together and apply heavily to steak.

    Photo and recipe courtesy of SmokinTex.com.


    May 20th, 2011

    Get Grillin’ This Memorial Day

    Can you believe Memorial Day is almost upon us? It’s one of the Holy Grails of grilling holidays.

    Are you ready?

    Well, there’s a sale on what I believe are the best meats around. Steaks, steaks for sandwiches, steaks for making fajitas, steak meat for skewers, steakburgers – you name it!

    Check it out here and get ordering for Memorial Day. It’ll be here before we know it!

    I don’t know about you, but I can’t wait. I could use at least a day to focus on grilling, relaxing and enjoying my family. There’s always too much blowing and going.

    I’m ready for some laying around. How ’bout you?

    I just don’t want to forget the most important part – the food!!!

    Photo courtesy of Kansas City Steak Company.


    May 5th, 2011

    Cinco de Mayo Steak Chimichurri Nachos

    Chimichurri Nachos

    It’s Cinco de Mayo! The fifth of May 1862 is when the Mexican army achieved an unlikely victory over the French.

    Sounds like a great reason to celebrate to me!

    And, as with most cultures, how do we celebrate? Why, with food, of course!

    Try this delicioso take on traditional nachos. It features steak in a chimichurri sauce – nacho style. Ole!

    I literally want to eat my screen right now. I am so inspired.

    Click here for super easy instructions on how to make this delectable Chimichurri Nachos dish. It’ll get you in the spirit in a hurry.

    Happy fifth of May, everyone! And happy birthday to my littlest man today – my Cinco de Mayo baby!

    Photo courtesy of the-girl-who-ate-everything.com.


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