How to Cook Wagyu Steak: Tips & Recipes
Not sure how to cook wagyu steak? Need a little inspiration for your next meal? Let us help you get more juiciness, tenderness, and flavor from Lazy A beef!
Preparing Wagyu Beef: General Tips
When you want to cook our British White or Akaushi wagyu beef, it’s quite similar to other types of beef. With the high levels of marbling in Akaushi, the beef delivers a juicy flavor, and the meat is quite forgiving.
Here are seven tips on how to cook wagyu steak and bring out the flavor:
- Choose a cut to match your recipe or method
- Season the meat with salt and pepper
- Preserve the natural flavor by not over-seasoning
- Sear the meat on both sides before you move it to the oven or moderate heat
- Use a meat thermometer, inserting it through for an accurate measure
- Avoid overcooking or drying out the meat
- Remove the cut from heat right before it cooks fully to preserve juices and distribute them evenly
American Akaushi Beef on the Grill
It’s hard to go wrong when you grill a steak, right? However, akaushi beef has a high amount of juices and marbling. That means you need to monitor it carefully to avoid a fire.
Follow our guidelines for how to grill akaushi steak:
- Season with salt and pepper several hours before you cook
- Cook the steak on medium heat
- Remove it from direct heat after 2-3 minutes on each side
- After reaching the desired temperature, remove it from heat and let rest
- Medium: 160 degrees F, Medium-Rare: 145 degrees F
Pan-Frying Lazy A Beef
For optimal searing and flavor, it’s best to use a cast-iron skillet.
Follow these guidelines.
- Season the cut lightly, using salt and pepper
- Grease the pan lightly with butter
- Sear each side for 3-4 minutes
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