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My first Tomahawk ribeye

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thetrim
thetrim Posts: 11,357
edited December 2017 in EggHead Forum
I'm doing the first tomahawk ribeye ever, as an appetizer, for a get together at my place on Saturday.   Would it benefit from an overnight in the fridge on a wire rack?    
I've done that w chicken, but just wanted to poll the forum to see if it would add any benefit to a nice thick steak.   
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XL 6/06, Mini 6/12, L 10/12, Mini #2 12/14 MiniMax 3/16 Large #2 11/20 Legacy from my FIL - RIP
Tampa Bay, FL
EIB 6 Oct 95
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  • milesvdustin
    milesvdustin Posts: 2,882
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    I would with a nice bit of kosher salt on it 

    2 LBGE, Blackstone 36, Jumbo Joe

    Egging in Southern Illinois (Marion)

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  • dmchicago
    dmchicago Posts: 4,516
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    thetrim said:
    I'm doing the first tomahawk ribeye ever, as an appetizer
    As an appetizer?

    I used to think I would not want to be your neighbor.

    Not anymore.

    Strong play!
    Philly - Kansas City - Houston - Cincinnati - Dallas - Houston - Memphis - Austin - Chicago - Austin

    Large BGE. OONI 16, TOTO Washlet S550e (Now with enhanced Motherly Hugs!)

    "If I wanted my balls washed, I'd go to the golf course!"
    Dennis - Austin,TX
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  • northGAcock
    northGAcock Posts: 15,164
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    Oh yeah? Let’s see it!
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    Run me out in the cold rain and snow
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  • Eggcelsior
    Eggcelsior Posts: 14,414
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    Salt it liberally and leave it on a rack open to air in the fridge, starting tonight. I do it all the time with steak. Much better crust that way since it drys the surface of the meat so well.
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  • KB22
    KB22 Posts: 22
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    Should I know what a tomahawk rib-eye is?
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  • dmchicago
    dmchicago Posts: 4,516
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    Yes.
    Philly - Kansas City - Houston - Cincinnati - Dallas - Houston - Memphis - Austin - Chicago - Austin

    Large BGE. OONI 16, TOTO Washlet S550e (Now with enhanced Motherly Hugs!)

    "If I wanted my balls washed, I'd go to the golf course!"
    Dennis - Austin,TX
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  • tml1230
    tml1230 Posts: 237
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    Great question and responses...please let us see the results!  I wish I had thought to ask that question.
    Sarasota Fl. and  Lake Toxaway N.C. (and Novembers on the island of Kauai) (and April in France.... Don't hate on me for that)
    BGE  medium and minimax
    HOW  BOUT THEM GATORS !
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  • Woodchunk
    Woodchunk Posts: 911
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    KB22 said:
    Should I know what a tomahawk rib-eye is?
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IiyTeTIueDs
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  • KB22
    KB22 Posts: 22
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    Looks amazing
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  • lousubcap
    lousubcap Posts: 32,375
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    Definitely in the dry brine (aka salt prior) camp.  Enjoy the cut with a nice bourbon and you will be rewarded.  
    Louisville; Rolling smoke in the neighbourhood. # 38 for the win.  Life is too short for light/lite beer!  Seems I'm livin in a transitional period.
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  • thetrim
    thetrim Posts: 11,357
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    Thank you for the input.   I'm outta town town right now, but will get home tomorrow afternoon and get to work.    
    I'll start a post tomorrow to get things started.  
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    XL 6/06, Mini 6/12, L 10/12, Mini #2 12/14 MiniMax 3/16 Large #2 11/20 Legacy from my FIL - RIP
    Tampa Bay, FL
    EIB 6 Oct 95
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  • thetrim
    thetrim Posts: 11,357
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    lousubcap said:
    Definitely in the dry brine (aka salt prior) camp.  Enjoy the cut with a nice bourbon and you will be rewarded.  
    Great input.   I'll see what bourbon options are open.  Standby for a Saturday post.  
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    XL 6/06, Mini 6/12, L 10/12, Mini #2 12/14 MiniMax 3/16 Large #2 11/20 Legacy from my FIL - RIP
    Tampa Bay, FL
    EIB 6 Oct 95
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  • thetrim
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    Got home tonight and want to give this some time uncovered in the fridge per guidance from all of you.   
    Looks to be about 2-1/2 inches thick.  2.98lbs.  

    I covered w salt then into the fridge.  I'll get the fire going around noon tomorrow.   I'll send updates tomorrow and may start a seperate thread. 


    You can almost already see the moisture coming to the top in this picture.  

    Thanks again for all the input.   
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    XL 6/06, Mini 6/12, L 10/12, Mini #2 12/14 MiniMax 3/16 Large #2 11/20 Legacy from my FIL - RIP
    Tampa Bay, FL
    EIB 6 Oct 95
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  • SmokingPiney
    SmokingPiney Posts: 2,282
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    Need pics of cook.  =)
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  • thetrim
    thetrim Posts: 11,357
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    SmokingPiney said:
    Need pics of cook.  =)
    I'll send 'em!  Keep your eyes open for tomorrow afternoon.
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    XL 6/06, Mini 6/12, L 10/12, Mini #2 12/14 MiniMax 3/16 Large #2 11/20 Legacy from my FIL - RIP
    Tampa Bay, FL
    EIB 6 Oct 95
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  • northGAcock
    northGAcock Posts: 15,164
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    thetrim said:
    Got home tonight and want to give this some time uncovered in the fridge per guidance from all of you.   
    Looks to be about 2-1/2 inches thick.  2.98lbs.  

    I covered w salt then into the fridge.  I'll get the fire going around noon tomorrow.   I'll send updates tomorrow and may start a seperate thread. 


    You can almost already see the moisture coming to the top in this picture.  

    Thanks again for all the input.   
    Gonna find much joy!
    Ellijay GA with a Medium & MiniMax

    Well, I married me a wife, she's been trouble all my life,
    Run me out in the cold rain and snow
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  • lousubcap
    lousubcap Posts: 32,375
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    That is a premium hunk of protein just waiting to be treated well on the BGE.  Dang- a true banquet (or appetizer) awaits. Enjoy the cook and follow-on eats.  
    Louisville; Rolling smoke in the neighbourhood. # 38 for the win.  Life is too short for light/lite beer!  Seems I'm livin in a transitional period.
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  • YukonRon
    YukonRon Posts: 16,989
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    I could surf on that thing.
    This will be epic. Have fun.

    "Knowledge is Good" - Emil Faber

    XL and MM
    Louisville, Kentucky
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  • ewyllins
    ewyllins Posts: 461
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    Not to far from you, what time you want me over?
    O-Town, FL

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  • thetrim
    thetrim Posts: 11,357
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    After an overnight in the fridge covered in a good amount of salt.  

     
    I'll wipe it down then reseason w some SnP and get ready for a reverse sear that will make u smile.  
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    XL 6/06, Mini 6/12, L 10/12, Mini #2 12/14 MiniMax 3/16 Large #2 11/20 Legacy from my FIL - RIP
    Tampa Bay, FL
    EIB 6 Oct 95
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  • northGAcock
    northGAcock Posts: 15,164
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    Standing by!
    Ellijay GA with a Medium & MiniMax

    Well, I married me a wife, she's been trouble all my life,
    Run me out in the cold rain and snow
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  • thetrim
    thetrim Posts: 11,357
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    Turned out pretty good.    I did the obligatory Nusr Et salt when I cut it up
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    XL 6/06, Mini 6/12, L 10/12, Mini #2 12/14 MiniMax 3/16 Large #2 11/20 Legacy from my FIL - RIP
    Tampa Bay, FL
    EIB 6 Oct 95
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  • northGAcock
    northGAcock Posts: 15,164
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    Very nice. Fido get a treat afterwards?
    Ellijay GA with a Medium & MiniMax

    Well, I married me a wife, she's been trouble all my life,
    Run me out in the cold rain and snow
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  • thetrim
    thetrim Posts: 11,357
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    northGAcock said:
    Very nice. Fido get a treat afterwards?
    No way!   Once the guests leave, that's mine.  
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    XL 6/06, Mini 6/12, L 10/12, Mini #2 12/14 MiniMax 3/16 Large #2 11/20 Legacy from my FIL - RIP
    Tampa Bay, FL
    EIB 6 Oct 95
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  • JohnnyTarheel
    JohnnyTarheel Posts: 6,541
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    Nice brother trim!!
    Charlotte, NC - Large BGE 2014, Maverick ET 733, Thermopen, Nest, Platesetter, Woo2 and Extender w/Grid, Kick Ash Basket, Pizza Stone, SS Smokeware Cap, Blackstone 36"
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  • northGAcock
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    thetrim said:
    northGAcock said:
    Very nice. Fido get a treat afterwards?
    No way!   Once the guests leave, that's mine.  
    I am so with you on that one....but I would have not waited ;)
    Ellijay GA with a Medium & MiniMax

    Well, I married me a wife, she's been trouble all my life,
    Run me out in the cold rain and snow
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  • lousubcap
    lousubcap Posts: 32,375
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    Looks great- what rub or is that just the great char?  
    Lucky guests.
    Louisville; Rolling smoke in the neighbourhood. # 38 for the win.  Life is too short for light/lite beer!  Seems I'm livin in a transitional period.
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  • thetrim
    thetrim Posts: 11,357
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    lousubcap said:
    Looks great- what rub or is that just the great char?  
    Lucky guests.
    Heavy SnP.  It took about 35 mins to get to 115 then did 90 secs per side at 600+
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    XL 6/06, Mini 6/12, L 10/12, Mini #2 12/14 MiniMax 3/16 Large #2 11/20 Legacy from my FIL - RIP
    Tampa Bay, FL
    EIB 6 Oct 95
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  • westernbbq
    westernbbq Posts: 2,490
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    If you're an Army guy,  ya gotta love last week's game...i was there and here's what the field looked like pregame....
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    westernbbq said:
    If you're an Army guy,  ya gotta love last week's game...i was there and here's what the field looked like pregame....
    Yes, Sir I am.  That's great that you went.  Go Army!
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    XL 6/06, Mini 6/12, L 10/12, Mini #2 12/14 MiniMax 3/16 Large #2 11/20 Legacy from my FIL - RIP
    Tampa Bay, FL
    EIB 6 Oct 95
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