Oven Seared Hanger Steak
Servings
2Serving size
about 4 ounces steakThis recipe can be multiplied and makes good leftovers.
Serve with Brown Rice or Mashed Yams with Green Onions and Sage or Mashed Yams with Mint or Mashed Yams with Sage or Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes or Twice Baked Potatoes or Twice Baked Yams
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Serve with Grilled Caesar Salad or Pan Grilled Asparagus or Pan Grilled Broccoli
Ingredients
| 8 ounce Beef flank steak (hanger steak) |
| 1 Tbsp. Olive oil |
| 1 Tbsp. Red wine vinegar |
| 1 Tbsp. Balsamic vinegar |
| 1 Tbsp. No salt added tomato paste |
| 1 Tbsp. Water |
| 1/4 tsp. Salt |
| 1 to taste Black pepper |
| 1 tsp. Dijon mustard |
| 1 spray Spray olive oil |
| 2 Tbsp. Water |
Instructions
Place the hanger steaks in a bowl with the olive oil, red wine vinegar, balsamic vinegar, tomato paste, water, salt, pepper and Dijon mustard. Toss the steaks well to thoroughly coat with the sauce.
When the pan is hot , spray the pan with oil and add the hanger steaks. Reserve whatever marinade doesn't cling to the steaks.
Cook for about 5 - 7 minutes and turn. Place the rest of the sauce on top of the steaks. Cook for another 5 - 7 minutes for medium rare.
Remove the pan from the oven and place the steaks on a cutting board. Let them rest for a few minutes. While they are resting add the water to the pan 1 tablespoon at a time whisking to create a sauce. Use more water if needed but don't make the sauce too thin.
Slice the steaks and place it on a plate and top each with half of the sauce.
Serve this recipe with one of these starch side dishes.
Brown Rice
In a medium sauce pan, heat the water and salt. When the water boils, stir in the brown rice. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, partially covered, for 40-45 minutes. Do not boil away all of the liquid and do not stir the rice. When a very small amount of…
Mashed Yams with Green Onions and Sage
Place the water in a sauce pan fitted with a steamer basket over high heat. Add the cubed yams to the steamer basket and steam until they break slightly with a fork. While the potatoes are cooking place the olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the…
Mashed Yams with Mint
Preheat the oven to 325°F. Place the yams in the oven and roast for about 40 minutes. Remove the yams and place in a bowl with the salt, mint, butter, sour cream, maple syrup and pepper. Using a fork, mash the yams until smooth and blended with the other ingredients.…
Mashed Yams with Sage
Place the water in a sauce pan fitted with a steamer basket over high heat. Add the cubed yams to the steamer basket and steam until they break slightly with a fork – about 10-15 minutes. While the potatoes are cooking, place the olive oil in a small skillet over…
Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Place the water in a large stock-pot over high heat. Quarter the potatoes and add them to the stock-pot. Cover with water by about an inch. Bring to boil and then reduce heat until the water is simmering. Cook the potatoes about 15 – 20 minutes, until slightly soft in…
Twice Baked Potatoes
Preheat the oven to 400°F. Poke a few holes in the potato using the tines of a fork. Place the potato in the oven and bake for 50 minutes. Remove and let cool slightly. Slice the potato in half lengthwise. Scoop out the flesh of the potato leaving about 1/4…
Twice Baked Yams
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Place the potato in the oven and bake for 40 – 45 minutes. Remove and let cool slightly. Slice the yam in half lengthwise. Scoop out the flesh of the yam leaving about 1/4 inch of skin and flesh. Place the flesh in a bowl…
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Serve this recipe with one of these vegetable side dishes.
Grilled Caesar Salad
Place the garlic, Worcestershire sauce, pepper, lemon juice, mustard, honey, parmesan cheese, and yogurt in a blender and process until smooth. Chill for at least 2 hours. Rinse the romaine lettuce well. Do not detach the leaves from the root. Cut the romaine lettuce lengthwise into two halves. Preheat a…
Pan Grilled Asparagus
Cut the woody ends off the base of the asparagus spears. Heat 1 quart of water in a shallow pan over medium-high heat. The water should never come to a full boil. Place the asparagus in the water and cook for about 5 – 7 minutes until the spears begin…
Pan Grilled Broccoli
Trim the bottom inch of the stem from the broccoli. Using a vegetable peeler, peel the tough outer layer from the stems. Heat 1 quart of water in a large sauce pan or stock pot fitted with a steamer basket over high heat. When the water is boiling, add the…
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Recipe Notes
I couldn’t agree with Julia more. Eating great food is eating healthy and eating healthy starts with great food. Hanger steak is a great choice because it’s full of flavor but lower in fat. This is a quick and easy recipe that works fantastic for a weeknight meal or an elegant dinner party.