Grilled Cube Steaks And Peppers With Potato Planks Food

CRISPY GARLIC POTATO PLANKS

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Place two roasting sheet trays in the oven to heat up (hot trays help keep the potatoes from sticking).
• Wash and lightly scrub the potatoes to remove any dirt or tough skin. Using a sharp knife or a mandolin, slice the potatoes lengthwise into 1/4-inch planks. Place in a large bowl or pot of water and rinse to remove excess starch. Drain well and pat dry.
• In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic and some salt and pepper. Add the potato planks and toss to coat everything evenly. Remove the hot trays from the oven and set out the planks on the trays in a single even layer. Lightly sprinkle the paprika on the potatoes then place the trays back in the oven and roast until golden and crispy, 20 to 25 minutes, flipping halfway. When done, use a fish spatula to remove from the trays. Season with salt and serve with ketchup.

GRILLED STEAK AND MIXED PEPPERS

Steps:

• Season steaks on all sides with 2 tsp. kosher salt and 2 tsp. pepper. Let sit at room temperature 1 hour.
• Prepare a grill for medium-high heat; oil grate. Grill steaks until lightly charred and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part registers 120°F, 6-8 minutes per side for medium-rare. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest 10 minutes before slicing against the grain.
• Meanwhile, grill sweet peppers, turning often, until lightly charred and softened, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a platter and cover with foil. Grill shishitos, turning often, until lightly charred and softened, about 3 minutes. Transfer to platter with sweet peppers and cover with foil. Let rest 10 minutes. Drizzle with 2 Tbsp. oil, then season with 1/2 tsp. kosher salt and 1/4 tsp. pepper and toss to combine.
• Transfer sliced steak to platter alongside peppers. Drizzle with oil, then season with sea salt and pepper.

GRILLED POTATO PLANKS

Steps:

• Wash the potatoes and standing them on their side, cut 1/4 inch "planks". In a large bowl, toss potatoes with other ingredients until all are coated evenly. Grill should be nice and hot (approx. 550 degrees farenheit). Spray grill with PAM or coat with oil (unless it is non-stick). Lay potato planks onto the grill for 15 to 20 minutes, turning every five minutes, until done. "Done" means a nice dark golden brown with grill marks evident. (A good panini maker may cook the potatoes a bit sooner.) DIG IN!

GRILLED POTATO STEAKS(WITH BACON, SOUR CREAM AND CHIVES)

Steps:

• Build a medium hot fire.
• When you can hold your hand about 5 inches above the grill where the fire is hottest for about 4-5 seconds, the fire is ready.
• If using a gas grill, use the same technique to determine when you have preheated the grill to the correct temperature.
• Cut a thin slice off each long side of each potato, so you can lay it flat.
• Now cut each potato in half, lengthwise, to make two "planks" each about 1 1/2" thick.
• [No need to peel the potatoes, unless you want to; they'll cook fine unpeeled.]
• In a large pot or pan, bring salted water to a boil, add potatoes, and simmer them for about 8-9 minutes, or until the pieces are just done, but still quite firm.
• If a toothpick is inserted into one, it should go in easily, but meet with a fair amount of resistance.
• Gently transfer the potatoes to a colander to drain.
• While the potatoes are cooking, cook the bacon in a small skillet over medium heat until crisp (about 6-8 minutes).
• Transfer the cooked bacon to paper towels or newspaper or a brown paper bag to drain.
• Rub the cut potato "planks" (pieces) generously with the olive oil.
• Sprinkle them generously on all sides with the salt and pepper.
• Place the pieces on the hot grill and cook until they have become really crispy and brown - about 4 to 5 minutes per side.
• Serve topped with sour cream, and sprinkled with the bacon and cut chives.
• (Add butter if desired.) Variations: Add toppings such as grated or shredded cheese, chopped chiles, avocado chunks, tomatoes - or anything else that seems interesting to you.
• You might offer a choice of toppings and let guests build their own!