Description
This smoked tomahawk steak Traeger recipe is that show-stopping, centerpiece kind of meal that delivers juicy, smoky flavor with a perfect crust using an easy reverse sear method. It looks impressive but is totally doable at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tomahawk steaks about 2 to 2.5 inches thick
- 1.5 tablespoons kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon coarse black pepper
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Optional 1/2 cup sour cream
- Optional 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
- Optional 1/3 cup olive oil
- Optional fresh basil and parsley
- Optional 2 garlic cloves
- Optional 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Optional 1.5 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Let steaks sit at room temperature for 1 to 2 hours
- Preheat Traeger to 225F with Super Smoke if available
- Mix seasoning and coat steaks generously on all sides
- Place steaks on grill and smoke until internal temperature reaches 120F
- Heat a cast iron skillet until very hot
- Sear steaks for 1 to 3 minutes per side including edges
- Let steaks rest for 10 minutes before slicing
- Serve with optional sauces if desired
Notes
Use a meat thermometer for best results. Pull steaks about 10 degrees early since they continue cooking during searing and resting. Do not rush the sear and always let the steak rest to keep it juicy.
- Prep Time: 2 hours
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Smoking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 55g
- Cholesterol: 160mg