Grilling Frozen Steak

This is how to grill frozen steak on gas grill to tender. There are tips and tricks to get it perfect without thawing, we will show you how to cook frozen steak here. Use your Traeger or Charbroil while you’re camping.

Can You Grill Frozen Steak?

Yes, it is possible!! You likely have a freezer bag like the one below at home. If you find sirloin, T bone, NY Strip or filet mignon on sale it’s a great idea to stock up. We started this while perfecting frozen steak in air fryer but wanted to grill outside one night so we gave it a whirl. Loved it so much we now follow these instructions all the time!

If done right you can keep them for 3-4 months easily, defrost and cook our air fryer steak bites recipe OR follow these directions. I will say that if you do remember to take them out that is ideal. It will take a good 24 hours to thaw in the fridge so if you can plan ahead you’ll have a wider variety of possibilities as far as how it’s prepared.

Cook Time

Cook time depends on how thick it is but about 12 minutes is typical. You need indirect heat and direct also to do this. No matter what type you choose, you should refer our steak temperature chart so it’s done to your liking. Remove from the heat source and insert digital thermometer into the center or thickest part for best accuracy.

Each type of beef will have slight differences as far as the cook time goes. There will also be a variation depending on how well done, or not, you want it to be. For this tender cut you want them pretty medium rare (if you ask me). When we make air fryer filet mignon mine is left in a lot longer than my husbands, grilling would be the same case.

Let’s talk about the differences between using a charcoal grill vs. a pellet grill like a Traeger. Just because the latter typically is used for smoker recipes doesn’t mean you can’t barbecue on it too. Smoking meats is when the temperature is 250 F or lower, anything above that is considered grilling.

It doesn’t matter what type you’re cooking, these instructions will remain the same either way. Thick cut steaks may need more timing of course. You’ll want a digital thermometer to test grilled steaks along the way so they’re perfect for everyone.

There is a printable recipe card at the bottom but here is a quick rundown of how we do it. Whether you’re cooking frozen steak on gas grill or charcoal you want two areas remember. If you’re using a Blackstone 22 you could set a grill grate on the flat surface for searing the steaks to get those lines you want.

How do you season frozen steak?

Season when they no longer have ice on the outside, then again when you flip them. Also with salt and pepper when they are done to your liking. You could also sprinkle Kosher salt on the outside after each sear so the seasonings cook on to the meat. Always cover your meat once you remove from heat and allow to rest for at least 5 minutes before slicing to keep it nice and juicy.

Wait…but that’s not all. 😉 We also shared tips on how to make frozen grilled chicken breast as well the other day. You use a similar idea for that. Typically you don’t expect the dark lines on the outside of this white meat though that you would a grilled steak.

Too cold to cook outside? You can now make Instant Pot frozen steak as well with vegetables on the bottom.

Throw on a pan full of Traeger vegetables to serve with this and a complete meal will be had in no time. Now that I may have saved the day and you’ve made a killer dinner, let us know what you thought below.

How long do you cook frozen steak on the grill?

Total grill time will be about 24-30 minutes. You are going to ideally want to use a digital thermometer in the center to cook to the desired doneness. Everyone prefers more or less pink so around minute 20 you should check every few minutes until it is just right for everyone.

What is the best temperature for steak?

1. Rare 115-120 degrees
2. Medium Rare 120-125 degrees
3. A Medium steak = 130-135 degrees
4. Internal temperature of medium well is 140-145 degrees
5. Well Done 150+ degrees