Perfectly Grilled Steaks with Board Sauce(s)

Name: Perfectly Grilled Steaks with Board Sauce(s)
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 (12-ounce) ribeye steak, cut 2 inches thick; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 teaspoon coarse black pepper; 2 cloves garlic, grated; 4 rosemary sprigs; 4 thyme sprigs; 1 tablespoon butter, cut into tiny pieces; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 2 cloves garlic, grated; 1 (1-inch) piece ginger, peeled and grated; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon honey; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 2 cloves grated garlic; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano; ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 3 tablespoons olive oil

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Perfectly Grilled Steaks with Board Sauce(s)

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The Strategy:

A beautifully grilled steak is magnificent on its own, but transferring it directly from the hot grill onto a rustic cutting board coated with fresh herbs and aromatics elevates it to an entirely new level. As the hot meat rests directly on top of the crushed garlic, rosemary, and melted butter, the heat of the steak warms the oils, creating an intoxicating, deeply flavorful "board sauce". When you slice the beef, those natural juices mingle with the herbaceous fat, creating absolute magic right on the board.

Serves: 2 | Total Time: 30 minutes till it’s ready

Ingredients

For the steak and Board Sauce 1 (Rosemary Butter)

1 (12-ounce) ribeye steak, cut 2 inches thick
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon coarse black pepper
2 cloves garlic, grated
4 rosemary sprigs
4 thyme sprigs
1 tablespoon butter, cut into tiny pieces

For Board Sauce 2 (Ginger-Soy)

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, grated
1 (1-inch) piece ginger, peeled and grated
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey

For Board Sauce 3 (Herb-Garlic)

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves grated garlic
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons olive oil

Raw ingredients for a grilled steak and board sauce arranged: a thick, marbled raw ribeye steak, a small bowl of kosher salt, coarse black pepper, fresh garlic cloves, rosemary sprigs, thyme sprigs, a pat of butter, and a bottle of olive oil, arranged around a large, empty rustic wooden cutting board.

Instructions

Let the steak rest for 30 minutes at room temperature before cooking.
Heat an outdoor grill (or indoor grill pan) to high heat. Season steak with salt and pepper.
Prepare your chosen Board Sauce: Add the garlic, herbs/spices, and butter to your board. Drizzle with the wet ingredients (olive oil, soy sauce, or vinegar) and season with salt and pepper. Use the back of a spoon to mush everything around on the board.
Lay the steak on the grill and cook (without moving it around) until you see a browned edge forming on the bottom, about 3 to 4 minutes. Flip and continue cooking for about 3 to 4 minutes more. Test for doneness. Medium-rare works best for this steak.
Use tongs to remove your hot steak from the grill and transfer it directly to the prepared board. After a couple of seconds, use the tongs to flip the steak so that the seasonings coat both sides. Cover with foil and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into strips.

A steaming hot, grilled ribeye steak being flipped over with heavy metal tongs directly onto a rustic wooden cutting board that is coated in a glistening, herbaceous wet mixture of olive oil, butter, herbs, and garlic.

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Make It \u201cMy Way\u201d:
Make any steak board sauce your own! Rosemary and butter is a classic, but try swapping the herb for fresh tarragon, thyme, or even a handful of fresh mint. For a bolder board, add minced anchovy paste and a squeeze of fresh lemon alongside the garlic.

The Heart of the Table

The cutting board is the unsung hero of the kitchen, and presenting a steak directly on it invites a wonderful, communal informality to your gathering. It strips away the stiffness of plated meals and encourages guests to lean in, spear a piece of meat directly from the board, and drag it through the rich, herbaceous pools of fat and juice. It is an interactive, deeply satisfying way to share a meal with the people you love.

8 guests gathered around the table laughing, eating, and drinking wine, with a large rustic wooden cutting board featuring sliced Grilled Steak and Board Sauce in the center as the anchor.

Neighborly Grace

THE PRESENTATION: Do not transfer the sliced steak to a separate platter. Bring the entire heavy, rustic wooden cutting board directly to the center of the table. Ensure you provide crusty artisanal bread for your guests to mop up every last drop of the incredibly flavorful board sauce.
THE POUR: A robust, peppery Malbec or a full-bodied Red Blend. The bold tannins will beautifully complement the char of the grilled ribeye and the intense, oily richness of the board sauce.
THE VIBE: Communal, rustic, and effortlessly grand. Serving a premium steak directly on the cutting board creates a tactile, shared dining experience that feels both luxurious and wonderfully relaxed.

Chef’s Recommendations

The Potatoes Underneath: Sheet Pan Roasted Baby Potatoes
The Green Beside It: Blanched Asparagus Three Ways
The Sweet at the End: Ginger Cookies
The Wine for the Board: Red Wine Sangria

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Perfectly Grilled Steaks with Board Sauce(s)

Perfectly Grilled Steaks with Board Sauce(s)

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