Otto Wilde Blog

Is there anything better than a perfectly seared steak? A nice, brown crust on the outside, moist tenderness on the inside – that pure meat flavor? Grilling the perfect steak isn't difficult if you've got a few basic techniques down. Otto is here to show you those basics in his perfect steak checklist.

Marinated grilled meat is a feast in itself. With the right ingredients and a few tricks, you can intensify meat’s taste and make it particularly spicy and aromatic – whether it’s beef, chicken, lamb, or pork. You don’t need many ingredients to create a tasty marinade, but there a few basic rules to follow. Let Otto show you how to marinate meat the right way.

How do you know when a steak is perfectly done? The perfect degree of doneness for your steak is a question of taste and experience. But no matter whether you like it rare, medium, or well-done, Otto's got a couple of tricks to make grilling the perfect steak easy-- with or without a thermometer.

Everyone loves a good steak, but what exactly are the best cuts? Do you know which part of the beef your favorite cut comes from? Grilling the perfect steak starts with knowing the quality cuts and ends with grilling on a quality steak grill. The types and names of beef cuts vary – not only between countries, but sometimes even between butchers. Otto’s steak chart presents 12 cuts of beef everyone should know.

Should you season your steak before grilling? If so, when is the best time? Opinions vary, but one thing is for sure: your steak should have a juicy and crispy crust on the outside and a tender center, and for this, properly salting steak can be a secret weapon. For Otto, there are three ideal times to salt a steak.

Everything you need to know about meat quality-- buying, preparing, and cooking it-- is something of a science. What do you need to consider when buying meat? Should you wash it before cooking or grilling it? How do you know when your meat has spoiled? These are question's we've all had! It’s time for Otto to answer them.