Bistecca alla Fiorentina (Florentine Steak)

Serves 2-3
35 min.
- PREP TIME10 min.
- COOKING TIME35 min.

People
Serves 2-3
Prep Time
10 min.
Cooking Time
35 min.
Difficulty
Medium
BBQ Temperature
300–350 °C / CORE TEMPERATURE AFTER RESTING: 48–52 °C (Rare – Traditional)
Method
Direct

Ingredients

Instructions

the Ingredients

Completed step 1 x 1.2–1.5 kg T-bone steak, 5–6 cm thick
Completed step 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (for finishing)
Completed step Coarse sea salt
Completed step Pepper

Special Equipment

Grill Tongs
Instant Read Thermometer

Instructions

A legendary Tuscan steak made from thick-cut T-bone, grilled over very hot charcoal. Simply seasoned.

IN THE KITCHEN:

Remove steak from refrigerator 2 hours before cooking.
Pat steak completely dry with paper towel.
Do not season before grilling.
Prepare barbecue for very high heat.
Bring steak to room temperature.

AT THE GRILL / BARBECUE:

Prepare grill for direct heat, 300–350 °C. If using charcoal, use a full chimney of lit Weber briquettes.
Preheat grill for 15 minutes with lid open.
Clean and oil grill grates lightly.
Place steak directly over hottest part of the grill.
Grill 5 minutes without moving.
Flip and grill another 5 minutes.
Stand steak upright on the bone for 2–3 minutes to finish.

TO SERVE (TRADITIONAL):

Slice thick against the grain
Finish with olive oil
Season generously with coarse salt and black pepper
Serve immediately, no sauces

All of our recipes are created by our expert chefs at the Weber Grill Academy. View more inspirational recipes or book a course at the Grill Academy now.