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Smoked & Seared Tomahawk Steak

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 40(oz) omahawk Steak (bone-in ribeye), roughly 2-2.5 inches thick
  • 2 tbsp Coarse Kosher Salt
  • 1 tbsp Coarse Black Pepper
  • 1 tsp Granulated Garlic
  • 1 tbsp High-smoke-point oil (like Avocado oil)
  • Flaky finishing salt (to taste)

Method
 

  1. Prepare your meat: Remove the tomahawk steak from the refrigerator 45 minutes before cooking. Pat it completely dry with paper towels.
  2. Season generously: Combine the kosher salt, black pepper, and granulated garlic. Coat the entire steak, pressing the rub firmly into all sides, including the thick fat cap.
  3. Prepare the grill: Set up your smoker or kamado grill for indirect heat, targeting a steady ambient temperature of 225°F to 250°F. Add a chunk of hardwood (like oak or hickory) for smoke flavor.
  4. The slow cook: Place the steak on the grill grates away from the direct fire. Insert a meat probe into the thickest part of the center. Close the lid and let it smoke until the internal temperature reaches 115°F (usually 45 to 60 minutes).
  5. Remove and rest: Take the steak off the grill and cover it loosely with foil.
  6. Crank the heat: Reconfigure your grill for direct, high-heat searing (500°F or higher). Let the grates get incredibly hot.
  7. The sear: Brush the steak lightly with avocado oil. Place it directly over the coals. Sear for 60 to 90 seconds per side until a dark, crusty bark forms. Sear the fat cap edges as well.
  8. Final rest: Remove the steak from the grill and let it rest on a cutting board for 10-15 minutes.
  9. Slice and serve: Slice the meat away from the bone, then cut across the grain into thick strips. Top with flaky finishing salt and serve immediately.