Basic how-to instructions for cooking steaks on a charcoal grill. Ideal for: Tenderloin Filets, Ribeyes, New Yorks, Top Sirloin, Sirloin, Bone-in Ribeye, Porter House, T-Bones and Terres Major Filet Some swear there’s nothing like a charcoal grill. We say it’s even better with bison. Rub steaks with olive oil, salt, and pepper or the rub you love. Let them rest at room temperature for 2 hours before cooking. Use a clean grill. Pile coals high in center and allow them to get white-hot. Spread coals evenly with tongs, then place oiled grill grate low and close to coals. Apply prepared steaks and cover with lid, following cooking times below. Steak Cooking Times These guidelines are to medium rare. Adjust time according to steak’s thickness and personal preference. We recommend cooking steaks no more than medium. Thickness First side Second side 1 inch 3 minutes 2 minutes 1½ inch 4 minutes 4 minutes