4.5 lb NY strip roast

[SmokingUPnorth]

So I got a 4.5lb NY Strip roast on sale. We have been wanting good steak since it’s hard to come by near us. My question with this is should I slice it up into thick steaks and cook it that way or cook it as a whole? I don’t know if the whole thing would be too big for 2 adults and 3 little ones.

 

[BigW.]

That's a good problem to have. I could make a case for eating it either whole or sliced into steak. If you wanting steak, slice it into 2-3 thick steaks and reverse sear. No matter what you choose, it will be a winner.

 

[smokerjim]

I personally would cut into steaks, but I also cut rib roast into steaks also, I just like the flavor of steaks wrather than cooking as roast.

 

[JLeonard]

Great price on it. What about halving it, cut half in steaks and freezing rest for later to cook whole?

Jim

 

[Central PA Cowboy]

Have smoked a few NY strip roasts and they have come out great. Really depends on your preference.

 

[Colin1230]

Just my $.02, I'd cut into 1 1\4" steaks. Season, vacuum seal and freeze. Ready for the SV and quick sear.

 

[chopsaw]

I don’t know if the whole thing would be too big for 2 adults and 3 little ones.

I always look at it by the weight . Divide that in my head into portions , at whatever rate . Gives me an idea of how far it goes . 8oz. per adult ?
I'll vote steaks .
Cast iron pan seared , then finish in the oven .

 

[jcam222]

I bought a whole striploin at $3.99 a lbs awhile back. I cut 2" steaks out of it. Sous vide and sear they are great.

 

[crazymoon]

SUPn, I am in the "cut into steak" camp ! :)

 

[civilsmoker]

Depends on the mood.... I've cooked more than we can, then cold slice the leftovers for samichs (cold and dip), as well as in ramen. By the way, cold sliced PR served with cheese and a butter cracker is just magic....It makes a perfect snack!

Or steaks as others have said.....again its a mood thing for me. I have a 6 lber thawing that will be done whole and then left overs for samiches..... I have a 7 lb NY roast and I'm going to do 1/2 roast and 1/2 steaks......

 

[Cajun Smokes]

Cut in half for a small roast and 2 thick steaks?

 

[SmokingUPnorth]

Thanks for the input everyone I appreciate it. Looks like it’s getting cut up into thick steaks. I really need a CI pan

 

[chopsaw]

I really need a CI pan

I was shocked at how great steaks are cooked in a cast iron pan .
The fresh herbs make it .

 

[crazymoon]

SUPn, Lots of ideas here,show us some pics of your decision !

 

[gmc2003]

I like them done either way - as long as it's not overcooked. Personally I would defer to however the wifey and little munchkins prefer it done.

Chris

 

[civilsmoker]

I was shocked at how great steaks are cooked in a cast iron pan .
The fresh herbs make it .
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Yes, the pan sear with butter herb basted steak is home run cook session!

 

[Nefarious]

I have smoked several of these. My wife likes her meat more done then everyone else, she gets the outside sides and we get the middle. The roast allows it to be in the smoke longer for more smoke flavor.

 

[chopsaw]

My wife likes her meat more done then everyone else, she gets the outside sides and we get the middle.

Valid point . If there's a small end or tail on the roast , it works out perfect .