With the arrival of spring, grilled and barbecue recipes have become a basic item in the food menu. One of such delectable alternatives is making steak fries and grilled steaks. Being prepared after cutting perpendicularly to the muscle fibers, the tenderness and flavor of steak cuts are unquestionable. However, there are different types of steaks depending upon the portion, from which the meat pieces are extracted. In case of tough steaks, they are prepared by broiling or slow cooking.
According to individual preference, steaks can be prepared in a number of ways. No doubt, excellent ways to cook them are pan frying and grilling. But, you can try out other methods to suit your taste buds. Perfectly cooked steak dishes are ideal for serving in lunch and dinner. They also make a great appetizer for parties and special occasions. Whether you want to make easy steak dinner for two or for a party, this article will provide you tips to make the best tasting steak dishes.
Easy to Make Steak Dinner Recipes
Steak Dinner for Two
Ingredients
- 2 boneless steaks (1 - 1 inch thick)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Salt and fresh ground pepper to taste
Prepare steaks by rubbing with salt and pepper on all sides. Keep this aside for 15 minutes to let the ingredients penetrate deep into the meat pieces. Heat a thick cast iron skillet over medium heat. When it's hot enough, pour vegetable oil. Then add steaks in the pan and cover it with a splatter screen. Cook steaks for 5 minutes per side and turn. If you prefer rare meat taste, continue cooking for 3 minutes per side. Likewise, consider cooking 4 minutes per side for medium rare and 5 minutes per side for medium taste. This pan fried steak recipe serve best with flavored butter, sour cream or a spicy dip sauce.
Easy Steak Dinner
Ingredients
- 4 pounds beef top sirloin steaks
- 1 ounce steak spice seasoning mix
- cup vegetable oil
In a large shallow dish, put oil and seasoning spice. Stir well and place steaks. Rub the oil and spice mixture over the steaks (from all sides). If time permits, cover dish and marinade in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. Remove marinated steaks from the refrigerator and allow to stand at room temperature for 10 minutes. Meanwhile start and preheat outdoor grill to a high heat. Prepare the grill grate by applying oil lightly. Then, grill steaks until you get the desired doneness (rare or medium rare). Know more on easy to make steak marinades.
Steak Dinner with Red Potatoes
Ingredients
- 1 - 1 pounds flank steak
- 1 pounds red potatoes (pierced several times)
- cup sour cream
- 3 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives
- 15-ounce bag arugula
- tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
Preheat oven to a high heat. First work on the potatoes, after piercing several times, arrange them in a microwave safe plate and bake at a high temperature setting for about 12 minutes. By the meantime, season steaks with teaspoon pepper and teaspoon salt. Rub pepper and salt with fingers to evenly coat the meat. Place a thick oven-proof pan over medium heat and add oil. When it is hot, cook steaks for exactly 1 minute per side. Now, bake these partly cooked meat pieces in the oven for about 6 - 8 minutes or until they are done.
Remove baked steaks from oven, place in a chopping board and prepare slices. In a mixing bowl, combine together sour cream, fresh lemon juice, chives, 2 tablespoons water and salt. Place sliced steaks in platters. Also, divide potatoes and arugula, and add each portion in the individual plates. Drizzle the baked meat with sour cream mixture, garnish with salt, pepper and chives. With this preparatory steps, your yummy steak recipe is ready for serving.
So, these are some easy steak dinner recipes that will definitely make your ordinary meal into a special treat. Serve them in small portions with plenty of greens on the side. This way, you can still enjoy steak recipes without worrying much about the calories.
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