Best New York Strip Steak Grill Recipe with Asparagus (2024)

FAQs

Should I pre cook asparagus before grilling? ›

Blanching enhances the vibrant green color of asparagus, and partially cooks it so that it has to spend less time on the grill. Not blanching the asparagus before grilling could result in dry, unevenly cooked asparagus that's overcooked on the outside but undercooked in the center.

Add steaks to grill and cook until golden browned and charred on one side, about 4 to 5 minutes. Flip steaks and continue to grill 3 to 5 minutes for medium-rare (an internal temperature of 130 to 135 degrees F), 5 to 7 minutes for medium (140 to 145 degrees F) or 8 to 10 minutes for medium-well (150 degrees F).

You should always consider searing steaks before grilling, baking, braising, roasting, or sautéeing.

One of my favorite meals is a grilled ribeye steak with asparagus. Something about that combination feels balanced and satisfying. The fattiness of the ribeye steak pairs well with the bitter notes of the asparagus and helps balance the overall meal.

The truth is that the bend-and-snap method can actually waste delicious asparagus. Where a stalk breaks depends on the overall thickness of the stalk (skinny stalks are more flexible), how you bend it, and even how fresh the asparagus is (super-fresh asparagus tends to be more rigid).

Undercooked asparagus, crunchy and forbidding, can taste like a punishment. But if you simmer asparagus long enough to cook it through, its texture becomes soft and almost creamy, and its lovely flavor comes into full bloom.

Grill for 9–12 minutes for a 1-inch steak, and 12–14 minutes for a 1½ inch steak, turning about 1 minute before the halfway point. A meat thermometer should read 130°F. Rest your steaks for 5 minutes before serving, covering lightly with foil.

Strip steak generally takes 15-20 minutes to cook to medium-rare on a gas or charcoal grill. You'll also need 45 minutes to prep the steak beforehand and 5-10 minutes to let the steak rest after cooking. For higher levels of doneness, add another 5-10 minutes to the total cooking time.

Should I marinate NY strip steak before grilling? ›

In most cases, you'll want to skip the steak marinade unless you buy budget-friendly cuts. More expensive steaks, like ribeye, strip steak, and filet mignon, end up juicy and tender without the help of a marinade.

Step 2: How to grill the perfect NY Strip.

Preheat the grill to 500 degrees and set it for direct heat. It is very important to make sure the grill is nice and hot before you start the grilling process. Sear the steak 5 minutes total flipping it every 30-40 seconds to get an even sear and cook throughout.

The asparagus makes a gorgeous side dish to serve with fish, chicken, pork, or really any protein you like.

Asparagus contains potassium, an important nutrient for keeping your heart, bones, kidneys and nerves functioning and healthy. You may be surprised to learn that this stalky vegetable also consists of a compound called asparaptine, which may help improve blood flow, in turn lowering blood pressure.

While the ends of asparagus are technically edible, Institute of Culinary Education chef-instructor Olivia Roszkowski notes that they're notoriously tough in texture and carry less flavor. They also take more time to cook through than the rest of the spear and tips.

Sautéed or Stir-fried

Both of these methods produce juicy asparagus that retains its crunch. Thin spears are best for sautéeing or stir-frying.

If your asparagus is soggy after grilling, it means you overcooked it. Only leave asparagus on the grill for a few minutes. When done, it should have a slight char, a bright green color, and be tender when pierced with a fork.

Par-cook your veg before grilling.

Just blanch them in hot water until semi-tender. Or, finish them in the oven once they've achieved the perfect amount of char. "Vegetables need fat," says Martinez. Fat adds an unctuous quality and means more flavor.