Join me for a St. Louis-style barbequed smoked pork steaks recipe, smoked on the grill, and then seared to lock in the juices and the BBQ sauce! This mouthwatering classic is a favorite for good reason, It’s bold, smoky, and packed with flavor in every bite. Are you drooling yet? I am.
Whether you're firing up the grill for a weekend cookout or just craving something hearty and satisfying, this recipe delivers that perfect balance of tenderness, char, and sticky-sweet sauce that makes BBQ unforgettable. Let’s get into it!
Lots of folks around here add beer to the basting sauce, but I love to add A&W root beer, the real deal with sugar so that the sugar carmelizes on the meat. You can see my A&W-inspired pork steak here.
Pork steaks are a popular fundraiser in Missouri. Every weekend you can see smokers and grills set up under pop-up tents in a grocery store parking lot. They are selling BBQ pork steaks, with corn on the cob and a slice of white bread, all served up in a styrofoam container. We did many of these for our daughter's ice skating team. I miss those days!
Pork steak is cut from the butt, which is why it benefits from slow cooking. Don't confuse it with the pork chop, which is from the loin. The chop is much leaner. One of the best ways to cook them is using one of these best offset smokers.
Smoked BBQ Pork Steaks
Ingredients:
- 2 lbs pork steak
- 2 T Rib Rub
- 1/2 c BBQ sauce
Instructions:
- Soak wood chunks for 30 minutes.
- Season pork with rib rub.
- Heat smoker with charcoal. Bring to the temp of 225.
- Add wood chunks.
- Smoke the pork steaks for 90 minutes at 225 indirect heat, with applewood 5 chunks of 1 by 1 by 1 until it reaches an internal temp of 145, turning occasionally.
- Preheat gas grill to high.
- Brush on BBQ sauce.
- Cook the pork steaks on both sides.
- Baste with BBQ sauce again, and remove from grill.
- Let rest for 10 minutes.
- Serve.
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Smoked BBQ Sauce Recipe Ideas
Classic Barbecue Sauce
A traditional favorite, this sauce pairs beautifully with slow-smoked pork steaks, dry brined pork shoulder, Boston butt, or even pulled pork. Overall, put it with anything, it's pretty darn delicious. It's a ketchup-based sauce with a hint of brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire, garlic, and smoked paprika. Yum! It's perfect for brushing on right after you sear your pork steaks to lock in the juices.
Spicy Chipotle
If you like a little heat with your meat, this one brings the fire to the party. Smoked chipotle peppers and adobo give this sauce a bold kick, which pairs wonderfully with seasoned, tender, and juicy pork steaks that have savory BBQ rubs. I really like this one if I'm craving a lil extra spice.
Pro tip: After your pork steaks reach an internal temperature of 145°F, give them a generous coating of the sauce and then let them rest for 15 minutes before serving. The flavor will sink right in.
Mango Habanero Sauce
This tropical-inspired BBQ sauce is sweet on the tip of your tongue but leaves a tingle down your throat. Pureed mango, lime juice, habanero, and honey come together to make a bold glaze that will wake up your taste buds. If you like something a bit more spicy, but still crave a sweet taste, this is the sauce for you!
Cherry Bourbon BBQ Sauce
This bold, fruity sauce balances sweet cherries with the warm depth of bourbon. Simmered with tomato paste, brown sugar, garlic, and a splash of vinegar, it's absolutely delicious on dry-brined or slow-smoked pork steaks. This is definitely a special occasion sauce!
Honey Herb BBQ Sauce
For a savory-sweet twist, opt to mix honey, roasted garlic, thyme, and rosemary into a yummy tomato base. This sauce is great for when you want something a little fresher and more herb-tasting.
Mustard-Based Carolina Gold
For something a bit more different, go with a tangy mustard-based sauce. It cuts through the richness of pork butt and adds a zing that kicks up the smokiness. It's super great for dry-brined or slow-smoked cuts of pork. Trust me, this will soon become your favorite BBQ sauce!
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This sounds really good! We like pork steaks as well. I find that I generally like them better than pork chops. I have never used A&W, but I have used Dr. Pepper.
ReplyDeleteWe never cook pork steaks but after reading this I'm going to. We normally grill ribs or chops, but these look so delicious.
ReplyDeletewell this look so delicious and perfect for this weekends party that we are going too! icant wait to make them!
ReplyDeleteOooh, this is amazing. I have never tried pork steaks but, now I want to. I can imagine they taste amazing off the BBQ. Going to pick some up tonight, thanks for the recipe.
ReplyDeleteYes please! These look so amazing! We love to grill over the summer so we'll be trying this for sure.
ReplyDeleteThis sounds like something that my whole family is going to love. I can't wait to make these steaks for them.
ReplyDeleteI don't think I've ever made pork steaks before, but I should try this recipe for our cookout this weekend. It looks like one that would be a hit with all of my guests!
ReplyDeleteThat looks delish! I love those thin pork steaks. Sounds like a great summer dish.
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness! These beautiful smoked BBQ pork steaks look delicious! This is the perfect recipe for Memorial Day BBQs with family and friends. I can hardly wait to try this recipe!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness! You have a wonderful recipe! I was thinking of making this recipe this weekend. It would be fun for sure. I love it so much!
ReplyDeleteThis pork steak looks absolutely delicious! My husband would totally, totally love this and I'm so set to make it this summer!
ReplyDeletePork steaks are gaining popularity. They've been on my list to make. These sound delicious and looks totally drool worthy.
ReplyDeleteThis looks good I will have to add this to my cookout this wekeend as a different option because we always go for the reg stuff.
ReplyDeleteThese look really yummy! I have not tried cooking pork steaks before. Just pork chops.
ReplyDeleteThese bbq pork steaks need to happen soon! They look so delicious!
ReplyDeleteThis is just perfect and in time for Memorial Day grilling! Can't wait to try out this recipe! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteThat looks delicious! I don't think I've ever had barbeque pork steaks before, but I think my family would like them.
ReplyDeleteYou make me want to go buy a grill or smoker! These smoked pork steaks sound and look so yummy!!
ReplyDeleteAll the yums! We love grilling and trying new recipes this time of year. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteYou lost me more than once on this recipe but where you really lost me is soaking wood chips and a gas grill. First, soaking chips just causes a dirty smoke from smoldering chips. It doesn’t produce a thin blue smoke that you want when cooking. Second, a gas grill. Go stick burner or at least charcoal. Third, you said thick and then 3/4 inch steak. That’s not a thick pork steak at all.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your comments! We disagree about soaking the wood chips, we get a wonderful smoke for that short time. Second, we like the gas grill for the sear, and not starting a second charcoal grill just to sear. Third, we have to order our pork steaks cut at the 1" thickness where we are, which is why we called them "thick." Thank you!
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ReplyDeleteI'm always looking for tips and tricks when cooking Pork! I don't like it overcooked. This recipe is super helpful. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI'm a STL girl and LOVE pork steaks. Our friends in Omaha had never had them, so of course we introduced them. Doing some tonight on the grill, will definitely add the root beer. Cheers!
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The detailed instructions and tips for dry brining and smoking are incredibly helpful. I can almost taste the tender, flavorful meat with that perfect smoky glaze. Pairing this with a glass of wine in a wine glass would elevate the experience to a whole new level. Cheers to great food and good times!
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