Rump Steak: The Classic Cut – Expert Cooking and Preparation Tips
Master cooking rump steak! Learn to prepare, grill, and fry for optimal flavor. Get perfect cooking times for juicy results.
September 11, 2025
At Hunter & Barrel UAE, steak isn’t just what we do—it’s who we are. This is your hub to learn everything there is to know about how to cook steak. From understanding the unique qualities of each cut, to mastering the cooking techniques that bring them to life.
Whether you’re after a perfect sear, new ways to prepare and season your meat, or just want to know your ribeyes from your rumps, this is the guide that will walk you through it. Backed by expert advice from our grill masters at Hunter & Barrel, we’re here to share our love for beef with you.
Steak Cuts - When to Pick Each Type
Choosing the right steak cut depends on your taste and style, and how you plan to cook it. For high-heat grilling, go for something with good marbling and an even thickness—like ribeye or sirloin. If tenderness is your top priority, it’s hard to beat an eye fillet. At the end of the day, it’s about knowing the basic qualities of each cut, experimentation, and learning how to cook steak in a way that brings out the best in every cut.
Grilling Techniques - Timing, Temperature and More
Mastering the grill comes down to three main elements: timing, temperature, and technique. High heat creates a deeply brown, flavourful crust, while indirect heat zones allow thicker cuts to cook through evenly without burning. Knowing when to flip, rest, or move your steak can be the difference between a grey, bland disappointment and a glistening, restaurant-worthy steak. Understanding cooking time for steak based on thickness and doneness is essential to nailing the result. With the right know-how, you can upgrade your grilling game from guesswork to unwavering precision.
Master the Art of the Perfect Fire-Grilled Steak
Fire-grilled steak is an art that takes patience, understanding, and intuition. At Hunter & Barrel, we break it down into simple steps: how to prepare, when to turn, what to look for. With practice, cooking steak becomes second nature, and the results speak for themselves. Learn how to master the art of rich, charred steak with unmated flavour and texture with our steak cooking guide.
Hunter and Barrel UAE Steak Program
At Hunter & Barrel UAE, we showcase some of the finest cuts found in the world, cooked to smoky perfection over charcoal grills for that signature complexity. Whether you prefer your steak blue, well-done, or anywhere in between, our steak program offers something to satisfy everyone’s taste buds. We have an unwavering commitment to serving only the most premium produce, prepared with masterful technique by our chefs, bringing an unforgettable steak experience to the UAE. Discover our full range offered at one of our stunning locations here.
Types of Steak at Hunter and Barrel UAE
Our steak menu is built around quality and variety, ensuring unforgettable flavour. Sink your teeth into a buttery eye fillet, or go bold with an MB6+ rump steak packed full of deep, beefy flavour. But the real centrepiece? Our legendary tomahawk steaks. With both Angus and Wagyu breeds, our tomahawks are an absolute feast made for sharing, marbled masterpieces that proves just how seriously we take our steaks. No matter your preference, every steak at Hunter & Barrel UAE is hand-selected, expertly cooked, and finished over charcoal for maximum flavour. It’s not just a meal—it’s a ritual worth savouring.
How to cook the perfect steak?
Cooking the perfect steak starts before it hits the heat. Bring the meat to room temperature to ensure even cooking throughout. Pat it dry and season it generously with salt just before cooking. Preheat your pan or grill, and use a high, controlled heat throughout. Flip every 30 seconds to ensure an even cook, and baste with butter once a nice crust has developed. Most importantly, rest the steak properly, at least 5 minutes—it’s the final step that seals in the flavour.
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