Description
Barbecued Pork Steaks are juicy, flavorful, and slathered in sweet and smoky BBQ sauce. This budget-friendly cut is ideal for grilling and becomes fork-tender with a little low-and-slow love. Serve with classic sides like potato salad, coleslaw, or grilled corn for the ultimate backyard meal.
Ingredients
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4 pork shoulder (blade) steaks (about 1 inch thick)
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 tbsp paprika
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
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1 cup barbecue sauce (your favorite brand or homemade)
Instructions
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Prep the pork:
Pat pork steaks dry. In a small bowl, mix paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne. Rub both sides of the steaks with olive oil and the spice mix. -
Preheat the grill:
Heat grill to medium (around 350°F). Set up for indirect heat if possible (hot and cool sides). -
Grill low and slow:
Place pork steaks on the cooler side of the grill. Cover and cook for 45–60 minutes, turning occasionally, until tender and almost fully cooked. -
Sauce and sear:
Brush both sides with barbecue sauce. Move steaks to the hot side of the grill and cook for 3–5 minutes per side, basting and flipping until nicely glazed and caramelized. -
Rest and serve:
Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve with extra sauce if desired.
Notes
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For extra tenderness, you can simmer pork steaks in BBQ sauce and a splash of beer or broth for 30 minutes before finishing on the grill.
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Works great with a smoky or spicy sauce depending on your flavor preference.
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Pairs perfectly with cornbread, baked beans, or mac and cheese.