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Quick Info
| Prep Time | 10 mins |
| Cook Time | 12-18 mins |
| Total Time | 25 mins |
| Serves | 1-2 |
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Best For | Camping / Overlanding / Backyard |
| Rack Level | 1st Rack |
| Flame | Large |
| Cooking method | ⚠️ Always open the drop-down door when cooking on high heat to prevent overheating and potential deformation. |
Ingredients
- 1 thick-cut ribeye steak (1–1.5 inch)
- Salt (coarse preferred)
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- Optional: garlic, rosemary
StoviGo Setup
- Fuel: Standard propane canister
- Preheat: 5 minutes
- Flame Level: High
- Door: Closed during roasting
- Tray Position: 1st rack.
Instructions
Step 1 – Preheat StoviGo
Turn flame to high and close the door.
Allow 5 minutes for stable heat.
Step 2 – Season the Steak
Pat steak dry.
Apply salt and pepper generously.
Lightly brush with oil.
👉 Dry surface = better crust.
Step 3 – Initial Roast
Place steak on tray (Top level).
Close door.
Cook:
- 5–6 mins per side (medium rare)
- 6–7 mins per side (medium)
Step 4 – Optional Butter Finish
Add butter + crushed garlic on top during final 2 minutes.
Step 5 – Rest
Remove steak and let rest 5 minutes before slicing.
👉 Resting keeps juices inside.
StoviGo Rack Guide
| Rack Level | Best For |
| Top cover | Keep warm |
| 1st (closest to flame) | Steak, Meat, High heat |
| 2nd | Vegetables, Fish, pizza |
| 3rd | Bread, use a pan |
| 4th | Baking, Chicken |
| 5th | Keep warm |
Using different rack levels allows you to cook a full meal at the same time.
Recommended Internal Temps
- Rare: 125°F
- Medium Rare: 130–135°F
- Medium: 140–145°F
Why It Works on StoviGo
Unlike open grills, StoviGo provides:
- Enclosed heat circulation
- Even roasting
- Better temperature stability
- No flare-ups
This makes it ideal for thick-cut steaks.