How to Make Elk Tomahawk Steaks | Traeger Wood Pellet Grills

elk tomahawk steaks

💰Cheaper: beef ribeye steaks

Beef ribeye is more widely available and less expensive.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

Begin with a full elk bone in tomahawk steak.

Decide the desired length for the tomahawk steak and mark it on the ribs.

Make a small incision down about three ribs to mark the length.

Score the ribs about four or five times to create a guide for cutting.

Use a knife to cut along the spine, following it down to the bottom of the vertebrae.

Cut through the vertebrae to keep the back strap attached to the ribs.

Remove the rear tip of the loin by cutting down to the spine at the last rib.

Make a full incision down the front of the last rib to detach the tomahawk steak.

Cooking Techniques

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