If you’re ready to embark on a culinary adventure that’ll transport your taste buds straight to the heart of the Wild West, you’ve come to the right chuckwagon. Today, we’re rustlin’ up a Cowboy Steak With Grilled Red Onion Salad that’s sure to satisfy your inner cowboy or cowgirl. So, grab your apron and let’s mosey on down to the grill.
Ingredients:
For the Cowboy Steak:
Two bone-in ribeye steaks (16-ounce each)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
One teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Grilled Red Onion Salad:
2 large red onions, peeled and sliced into thick rings
2 tablespoons olive oil
Two tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon honey
Salt and black pepper to taste
4 cups mixed greens (e.g., arugula, spinach, or your favourite greens)
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
Instructions:
Preheat the Grill:
Fire up your grill to high heat, around 450-500°F (230-260°C). If you’re using a charcoal grill, let the coals turn white-hot before cooking.
Marinate the Steaks:
After that in a small bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, ground cumin, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Then mix well to create a flavourful marinade.
Rub the marinade all over the rib-eye steaks, ensuring they’re evenly coated. Let them sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes to soak up those Western flavours.
Grill the Steaks:
Later place the marinated steaks on the hot grill grates. Sear for about 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare and adjust the time for your preferred doneness.
Remember, the key to a perfect steak is flipping it only once. Resist the urge to press down on the meat with your spatula—let it sizzle undisturbed.
Grill the Red Onions:
While your steaks are cooking, toss the red onion rings with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.
Grill the onions for 2-3 minutes per side or until they’re tender and have beautiful grill marks. Remove from the grill and set aside.
Assemble the Salad:
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, grilled red onions, cherry tomatoes, crumbled feta cheese, and fresh cilantro leaves. Drizzle with any remaining vinaigrette from the grilled onions for extra flavour.
Serve and Enjoy:
Once your Cowboy Steaks are cooked to your desired doneness, remove them from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
Serve the steaks alongside the Grilled Red Onion Salad for a hearty, satisfying meal that’s fit for a true frontier feast.
Cowboy Steak With Grilled Red Onion Salad that’ll saddle up and dig in to experience the flavours of the Wild West right at your dinner table. Happy trails and happy cooking!
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