Seared Peppered Beef Steak With Salsa Verde

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 11
Seared Peppered Beef Steak With Salsa Verde
in Beef

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

1 Star2 Stars3 Stars4 Stars5 Stars
Loading...

Ingredients

1 garlic clove
1 tablespoon capers
6 gherkins
4 anchovies
80 g parsley
90 ml oil
1 lemon
435 g peppered steak
rocket
vegetables

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
2
Calories
506
Sugar
2g
Fat
31g
This recipe features a juicy and flavorful beef steak that is seasoned with salt and black pepper and seared to perfection. The salsa verde, made with garlic, capers, gherkins, anchovies, parsley, oil, and lemon juice, adds a tangy and zesty flavor that complements the savory beef. The dish is served on a bed of rocket and grilled vegetables that provide a refreshing contrast to the rich beef. This recipe is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal that will leave you feeling satisfied and healthy.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 200°C and heat a grill pan over high heat.
2.In a blender, combine garlic, capers, gherkins, anchovies, parsley, oil and juice of half a lemon. Process until a smooth salsa verde forms.
3.Season the steak generously with salt and black pepper.
4.Place the steak on the hot grill pan and cook for 3-4 minutes per side or until browned and cooked to your liking.
5.Transfer the steak onto a baking tray and cook in the oven for 4-5 minutes for medium-rare or until cooked to your liking.
6.Slice the steak against the grain and serve on a bed of rocket and grilled vegetables. Drizzle the salsa verde over the steak and serve with lemon wedges.

PROS

This recipe is a quick and easy way to make a delicious and full-of-flavor beef steak.
The salsa verde adds an extra depth of flavor to the dish.

Beef is a good source of protein, iron, and other essential nutrients that support healthy body functions.

CONS

Grilling the steak can produce harmful compounds called heterocyclic amines (HCAs) and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) which may increase the risk of cancer.
To reduce the formation of these compounds, avoid charring the meat and marinate it in vinegar-based marinades before cooking it at high temperatures.

Beef, if not consumed in moderation, can contribute to increased levels of cholesterol and fat in the body which can be harmful to the heart health.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Beef is an excellent source of protein which is essential for muscle growth and repair.
The iron in beef aids in the formation of red blood cells which transport oxygen throughout the body.
The salsa verde is made with parsley which is a good source of vitamin C and antioxidants that support the immune system and protect the body from damage caused by free radicals.

Print

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published.