Steak Salad Recipe

by Chicago Chop House

Blackening is something you can do to meat, poultry, fish, or vegetables and there are various recipes for blackened meat. In the following recipe, a homemade spice mixture is used to coat the steak, and then the meat is served with a salad.

This gourmet dish is sure to delight any dinner guests because it is unusual and completely delicious. The spice mix can be made up to a week in advance and then stored in an airtight container at room temperature.

It might interest you to know that the blackening technique comes from Cajun cooking. A Cajun seasoning might contain chilies, black pepper, onion, and garlic but you might find celery, chives, mustard and other ingredients listed in a Cajun seasoning recipe too.

It is very important to use a really hot pan when blackening the steak. This is so the outside sears immediately, sealing in the juices which keep it tender and succulent. The following recipe is simple to make and the cool salad is wonderful with the robust-flavored, delicious steak topping.

*Makes 2 servings


Steak Salad Recipe

Ingredients:

For spice mixture:

1 tablespoon paprika

2 teaspoons ground black pepper

1 1/2 teaspoons salt

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

For salad:

1/4 cup olive oil

2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

6 cups (packed) mixed baby greens

1/2 green bell pepper, thinly sliced

1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion

5- to 6-ounce beef tenderloin steaks, each about 1/2 inch thick

3 tablespoons butter, melted

6 tablespoons crumbled blue cheese (about 3 ounces)

1 tomato, quartered


Preparation:


For spice mixture:

Mix all ingredients in small bowl. (Can be made 1 week ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.)

For salad:

Whisk oil, vinegar and mustard in large bowl to blend. Season with salt and pepper. Add greens, bell pepper and onion and toss to coat. Divide salad between 2 plates.

Spread spice mixture on plate. Coat both sides of steaks with spice mixture. Dip both sides of steaks into melted butter. Heat heavy large skillet over high heat until very hot. Add steaks and cook to desired doneness, about 2 minutes per side for medium-rare.

Transfer to cutting board; let stand 2 minutes. Thinly slice steaks crosswise. Arrange slices atop salads. Sprinkle with cheese.

Garnish with tomato and serve.


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Original Blackened Steak Salad Recipe