Spring Food Series: Steak Crostini

Steak Crostini with a Creamy Horseradish Sauce and Caramelized Onions

Ingredients:

The Steak:

• 460g sirloin, tenderloin steak, or filet mignon 
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme

Crostini:

• Baguette, thinly sliced
• Olive oil for brushing

Creamy Horseradish Sauce:

• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• Salt and black pepper, to taste

Caramelized Shallots:

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 large shallots, thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions: 

• Season the steak with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and dried thyme. 
• Ensure the steak is well coated. 
• Let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
• In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, prepared horseradish, Dijon mustard, and fresh lemon juice. 
• Season with salt and black pepper. 
• Refrigerate until ready to use.

 

• In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. 
• Add thinly sliced shallots and cook until softened, stirring occasionally.
• Add balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper. 
• Continue cooking until the shallots are caramelized and golden brown (the caramelizing process should take about 30 minutes in total).
• Remove from heat and set aside.
• Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. 
• Cook the steak according to desired doneness on each side. (Cook for 4 minutes on each side for a medium-rare). Remove from heat and set aside to rest.

 

• Brush the baguette slices with olive oil and place them on a baking sheet. Toast in a fry pan until golden brown.
• Slice the steak into thin strips. 
• Spread a layer of creamy horseradish sauce on each toasted baguette slice.
• Top with a slice of cooked steak and a spoonful of caramelized shallots.

 

• Arrange the steak crostini bites on a serving platter and garnish with fresh thyme or parsley if desired.
• Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious steak crostini bites with creamy horseradish sauce and caramelized shallots!