It’s More Than Steak

Sides for Grilled Steak

What you pair with your steak will be the difference between an ordinary grilled steak dinner and an amazing dining experience. From grilled options like asparagus sprinkled with olive oil, cayenne pepper flakes and squeeze of lemon or bell peppers topped with olive oil, salt and pepper — seasonal vegetables are where it’s at for added flavor.

Not only can vegetable sides become a welcomed partner to your favorite steak, they will add much-needed vitamins, minerals and antioxidant-acting compounds. For example, bell peppers offer vitamin C and asparagus polyphenols such as gallic acid.¹

Grilled Steak Toppings

From sautéed mushrooms and grilled onions to sauces like chimichurri and cognac, grilled steak can be taken to another level simply by being topped with more texture and/or flavor. Aluminum-foil pouches are great for whipping up quick toppings like mushrooms and onions right on the spot. With a little bit of planning, you can wow guests with colorful and flavorful add ons that can be made ahead of time. For example, sauces like chimichurri are heavily herb-based and wine-based sauces, such as cognac sauce, add striking colors and unparalleled flavor.

Buttery Steak

One secret ingredient for getting a tender steak is adding butter during the cooking process. Although traditional salted better can go far, be adventurous and mix things up with different herbs and spices. For example, simply adding sprigs of fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme to your pan when basting steak with butter will provide a subtle flavor enough to keep guests coming back for more. Experimenting with infused butters made with fresh herbs, and aromatic vegetables such as garlic, at the end of the cooking process when steaks rest, is a quick step for adding more flavor with minimal effort.

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