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Grilled Beef Steak with Garlic Mushrooms
🥩 A quick and nutritious classic. Lean beef steak seared on the grill, accompanied by garlic sautéed mushrooms. Rich in iron and protein.
🛒 Ingredients
- 2 Lean beef steaks (10.5 oz total)
- 8.8 oz Fresh mushrooms
- 2 Garlic cloves
- Fresh parsley
- 1 tbsp EVOO
- Flaky salt
🥩 Beef and Mushrooms: The Infallible Duo
There are days when the body craves quality protein and straightforward flavors, without complications. A good grilled beef steak is the perfect solution, but the secret to a well-rounded dish lies in its garnish. Garlic sautéed mushrooms not only provide an earthy and juicy textural contrast but also multiply the nutritional value of the meal while adding almost no calories.
💪 Why it is exceptionally healthy
- Bioavailable Iron: Lean beef is one of the best sources of heme iron, essential for the proper oxygenation of the blood and the prevention of fatigue.
- Immune Power: Mushrooms contain beta-glucans, a type of fiber that acts as an immune system modulator, strengthening our natural defenses.
- Low Carb: A purely protein-based meal rich in micronutrients, ideal for keeping insulin levels stable and promoting fat burning.
📝 Step-by-Step Preparation
- Tempering (Critical Step): Take 2 lean beef steaks (about 5.3 oz / 150g each) out of the fridge 20 minutes before cooking. If cooked cold, they will release water and boil instead of sear.
- Cleaning the Fungi: Clean 8.8 oz (250g) of fresh mushrooms (preferably Portobello) with a damp cloth or a brush. Avoid washing them under the tap, as they act like sponges and would absorb water. Cut them into thick slices.
- The Garlic Sauté: In a skillet, heat 1 tbsp (15ml) of EVOO over medium heat. Add 2 finely chopped garlic cloves. Before they take on color, add the mushrooms. Turn up the heat and sauté vigorously for 5 minutes until browned. Add chopped fresh parsley, salt, and pepper. Set aside on a warm plate.
- The Smoking Griddle: In the same skillet (or on an iron griddle), turn the heat to the maximum. Brush the beef steaks with a few drops of oil.
- The Perfect Sear: Put the meat on the super-hot griddle. Cook for 1.5 minutes per side for "rare" or 2 minutes for "medium." Add flaky salt only after flipping them so as not to extract their juices.
- Resting and Plating: Remove the meat and let it rest for 1 minute. Serve the steaks next to the generous portion of golden mushrooms.
