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Smoked Tomahawk Steak

Smoked Tomahawk Steak Recipe

Smoked Tomahawk steaks are ribeye steaks with a long rib bone visible and smoked over wood smoke. Smoked Tomahawk is made from the beef rib primal cut, also known as the ribeye muscle. Choose a well-marbled ribeye steak with a long bone attached for the most delicious results. In this article, you'll learn how to prepare a mouthwatering smoked tomahawk in your own backyard.
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Prep Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Course Dinner
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 (2 pound) tomahawk steak
  • 2 tbsp. olive oil
  • Salt (to taste)
  • 1 tbsp. freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tbsp. garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp. smoked paprika
  • dried rosemary (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat a smoker or grill to 250°F.
  • Mix olive oil, black pepper, salt, garlic, and rosemary in a small bowl.
  • Tomahawk steak should be well coated with a mixture of spices.
  • Make sure you marinate it for at least one hour or overnight to get the best flavor.
  • Grill or smoke your steak directly on your grill grates.
  • Steak cooks slowly this way and absorbs smoky flavors.
  • Make sure the steak is cooked to the desired doneness. The internal temperature of the meat should be about 135°F (57°C) for medium-rare.
  • Remove the steak from the grill, and rest the Tomahawk steak for a few minutes.
  • The Tomahawk steak is ready for slicing after about 10 minutes of resting.
  • Enjoy and serve smoked Tomahawk steak with roasted vegetables, grilled asparagus, creamy mashed potatoes, chimichurri sauce or your favorite steak sauce.

Notes

 

FAQs:

Can I use a gas grill instead of a smoker?

Yes, it is possible to use a gas grill with indirect heat. Grill the steak on one side of the grill while keeping the other burner on low.

How long should I marinate the steak?

If you want the steak to taste the most delicious, marinate it for at least one hour. The results will be even better if the marinade is left overnight.

How to cook a tomahawk on a smoker?

Prepare the steak

Start by seasoning the Tomahawk steak generously with salt and pepper

Select the wood

Smoke the Tomahawk steak

Monitor the temperature

Rest the steak

Slice and serve

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