Okay, so yesterday I decided to finally try out those smoker steak tips I’d been hearing so much about. I’ve always been a grill guy, but my neighbor, he’s got this massive smoker, and the smells coming from his yard… let’s just say they’re persuasive.
Getting Started
First things first, I needed some steak. I went with a couple of nice, thick-cut sirloins. Nothing fancy, but good quality. I also grabbed some of my favorite steak seasoning – you know, the usual suspects: salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, a little paprika.
The Prep Work
I trimmed off any excess fat from the steaks, but not too much – gotta have some for flavor! Then, I gave them a good rub down with the seasoning. Really worked it in there. Once they were nicely coated, I wrapped them in plastic wrap and stuck them in the fridge for a few hours. This lets the seasoning kind of meld with the meat.
Firing Up the Smoker
While the steaks were chilling, I got the smoker going. I’m using a pellet smoker, which is pretty easy to use. I filled the hopper with hickory pellets – I love that smoky hickory flavor. Then I set the temperature to around 225 degrees Fahrenheit. It takes a little while for the smoker to come up to temp, so I used that time to get my sides ready.
The Smoking Process
Once the smoker was ready, I placed the steaks directly on the grates. I made sure they weren’t touching each other, so the smoke could circulate around them properly. Then, I just closed the lid and let them smoke.
The waiting is the hardest part. Smelled amazing out there.
- I checked the internal temperature of the steaks every so often with a meat thermometer.
- My goal was around 135 degrees Fahrenheit for medium-rare.
- It took about an hour and a half, maybe a little longer.
The Finishing Touch
Once the steaks hit that magic temperature, I took them off the smoker and let them rest for about 10 minutes. This is super important – it lets the juices redistribute throughout the meat, so you get a more tender and flavorful steak.
The Verdict
After the rest, it was time to slice and serve. Man, these smoker steak tips were good! They had this incredible smoky flavor, and they were so juicy and tender. I served them up with some roasted potatoes and a simple salad. Definitely a winner! I’ll be doing this again for sure.
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