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Sliced grilled tomahawk steak with crispy potato fries drizzled in golden cheese sauce on black plate

Grilled Tomahawk Steak & Crispy Fries with Cheese Sauce

Grilled tomahawk steak seared over direct high heat and finished on indirect until medium-rare, served with deep-fried russet fries and warm cheese sauce poured over both for the ultimate backyard comfort meal.
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Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, BBQ
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Tomahawk Steak
  • 1 (2.5 lb) tomahawk steak
  • Olive oil
  • Your favorite steak seasoning
Fries
  • 3 large russet potatoes
  • Oil for frying
  • Salt to taste
Cheese Sauce
  • Store-bought cheese sauce warmed

Equipment

  • Charcoal or Gas Grill
  • Instant-Read Thermometer
  • Deep fryer or heavy pot for frying

Method
 

  1. Cut russet potatoes into fries. Soak in cool water for 30 minutes. Drain and pat completely dry.
  2. Set up grill for two-zone cooking. Coat tomahawk with olive oil and season generously. Sear over direct high heat 2-3 minutes per side.
  3. Move to indirect heat. Cook until internal temperature reaches 125-130°F for medium-rare. Rest 10 minutes, then slice against the grain.
  4. Heat frying oil to 350°F. Fry potatoes in batches 5-7 minutes until golden and crispy. Season with salt immediately.
  5. Warm cheese sauce. Plate fries and sliced tomahawk. Pour cheese sauce over both. Serve immediately.

Notes

Two-zone setup: Direct high heat on one side, no heat on the other. Sear first for the crust, then move to indirect to finish gently.
Thermometer placement: Insert into the thickest part of the meat, away from the bone, for an accurate reading.
Soak the fries: 30 minutes in cool water removes starch for crispier results. Pat completely dry before frying.
Fry in batches: Overcrowding drops the oil temperature and produces soggy fries.
Rest the steak: 10 minutes minimum. Carryover cooking adds 5-10°F during the rest.

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