Are you still looking for the perfect gift for someone on your list? I know how that feels. I’ve got one person left and even they don’t have any gift ideas for themselves! This person loves to cook, but grilling steaks is probably their favorite. I have no idea what accessories they might need though. So what about something to use before it’s time to grill? I think I found the perfect gift though! I found a way for them to dry-age steaks at home with SteakAger.
About SteakAger
SteakAger was founded for a simple reason: an amazing dry-aged steak should be accessible. And fun. Tired of shelling out the big bucks for a once-a-year, ‘steak-worthy’ occasion, we took the bull by the horns and designed an easy and affordable way to enjoy delicious, dry-aged steaks at home, whenever we want. Had a great Tuesday? A bunch of buddies are over for a socially distanced BBQ and some football? Steaks on your grill will never be any better.
SteakAger PRO 15
The SteakAger PRO 15 was designed to dry-age beef at home in any fridge. This sleek, stainless steel unit can hold up to 15 lbs of meat and creates the perfect micro-climate for delicious steaks anytime. Upright or on its side, it makes it almost effortless to dry-age steaks at home like a pro. There is also a free app, so that you can monitor important factors like humidity and airflow. It also alerts you when the dry-age process is completed!
My Thoughts
Chances are if you’ve ever been to a steakhouse, you’ve enjoyed dry-aged beef. This can be a complicated and involved process that can take anywhere from 14 days to 28 days in most cases. The conditions have to be just right in order to dry-age the meat without it spoiling. Why not bring the steakhouse experience home? I’m hoping to do just for the grilling lover in my life. Now he can dry-age steaks at home with SteakAger.
Why Dry-Age Beef?
1. Dry aging is a process that allows the natural enzymes in beef to break down collagen and other connective tissues
2. This creates a more tender steak with an improved flavor profile
3. Dry-aging beef leads to a more complex, nutty, and earthy flavor
4. The dry-aged steak will also have a much lower fat content than wet-aged steaks
5. The dry-aged meat has been stored at refrigerator temperatures for anywhere from 14 days to 30+ days
Which Cuts of Beef Are Best for Dry-Aging?
For most steak lovers at home, there are a few preferred cuts of beef to dry-age for the best results. These cuts include the porterhouse, t-bone, and the bone-in strip. But don’t forget about those bone-in ribeye steaks either! Because of the dry-aging process, the cuts with higher fat marbling typically work the best. Also, any cut that will be cooked quickly are good choices for dry-aging.
And because the dry-aging process removes a lot of the water content from the meat, it’s perfectly suited to be frozen straight away. Then once it’s thawed out, you still have that great dry-age flavor and quality.
About the SteakAger PRO 15
Since most of us don’t have large dedicated and climate-controlled rooms to dry-age beef at home, this is a great reason to have the SteakAger PRO 15. It’s a stainless steel “case” with a glass front. Simply place up to 15 pounds of beef in the included truss rack, load the SteakAger into your fridge, and run the power cord under the door seal. There are no controls to set, and no additional steps to take until the process is complete.
You can stand the SteakAger PRO 15 upright, or on its side. This is great for when you have limited space in the fridge.
One of the best features is the free app for your smart device. It allows you to monitor things such as temperature, humidity, and airflow using Bluetooth and WiFi. All without having to disturb the SteakAger. You don’t even have to be at home to check on your dry-aging beef!
What’s Included
- SteakAger Pro 15 unit
- Trussing Rack
- Door
- Door handle (includes mounting hardware)
- Butcher’s twine
- Power adapter
- User Manual
Let’s Get Crusty
When you dry-age beef properly, you will notice a hard crust that forms on the outside of the meat. Don’t worry, this is a part of the process! The crust is called the pellicle. It forms as the meat loses water through the dry-aging process. It should be cut away before you store or cook your dry-aged beef. But don’t throw it away! It can be ground up in the food processor and added to ground beef for chili, tacos, and more. It’s full of flavor and makes a great addition to any dish with ground beef.
To Sum It Up
So what do you get for the beef lover who has everything? Or the home chef who wants to take their steaks to the next level? That’s right, the SteakAger PRO 15 is the perfect gift. Now they can dry-age their own beef at home, without paying the expensive price at the butcher or steakhouse! They’ll be able to produce delicious steaks that melt in your mouth every time. Everyone can now dry-age steaks at home with SteakAger.
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