Scotch Fillet Steak Food

SCOTCH FILLET STEAK

Steps:

• Heat the oven to 400°F
• Spread both sides of the Scotch fillets with the softened butter, reserving about 1 teaspoon of the butter for later.
• Place the fillets on the rack in the roasting pan.
• Place the uncovered fillets into the hot oven and roast for 20 minutes.
• Meanwhile, saute the onions in the remaining 1 teaspoon of butter in a small saucepan for 2 to 3 minutes.
• Stir the sherry, soy sauce, mustard and pepper into the onions and heat the mixture.
• Pour the onion mixture over the Scotch fillets. Return the fillets to the oven for an additional 20 minutes, basting the fillets with the onion mixture frequently.
• Serve the roasted fillets hot, topped with the onion mixture left in the roasting pan.

HOW TO COOK STEAK - LIKE A CHEF!

Steps:

• Bring to room temp: Take the steak out of the fridge 30 minutes prior to bring to room temperature.
• Dry steaks: Pat dry with paper towels.
• Heat skillet: Heat oil in a heavy based skillet over high heat until it is very hot - you should see smoke!
• Season: Sprinkle each side of the steak generously with salt and pepper, then immediately place in the skillet.
• Sear Side 1: Cook for 2 - 2.5 minutes until you get a great crust, then turn.
• Garlic Butter: Leave for 1 minute, then push steaks to one side and toss in butter, garlic and thyme. BE CAREFUL - the thyme will sputter!
• Baste: As soon as the butter is melted, continuously spoon the butter over the steak until it's cooked to your liking - 2 minutes in total for the 2nd side for medium rare (52C/125F, chart below for other doneness temps)
• Basting also renders fat on the side of the steak - use tongs to sear the edges at the end if you want it browned more.
• Rest: Transfer steak to a plate and cover loosely with foil, rest for 5 to 10 minutes.
• Serve steak with a bit of the butter from the skillet drizzled on top. Pictured in post with Crispy Smashed Potatoes.

THE BEST STEAK MARINADE

Steps:

• Mix olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and garlic in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper.

MOROCCAN STYLE PORK SCOTCH FILLET STEAKS

Steps:

• Place steaks in a single layer in a shallow dish.
• Blend or process remaining ingredients to make a paste.
• Spread marinade on steaks and turn over to coat both sides.
• Cover and refrigerate for a least 1 hour.
• Preheat grill and grill steaks for 5 to 6 minutes.
• Turn steaks over, brush with remaining marinade and grill for a further 5 to 6 minutes.
• Serve hot with rice or couscous.

MARINATED PORK SCOTCH FILLET STEAKS

Steps:

• Combine oil, paste, garlic, basil, and black pepper in a bowl, add the pork and coat thoroughly.
• Cover and place in refrigerator for at least 4 hours.
• Remove pork from marinade, pat dry with a paper towel and grill for 6 to 10 minutes each side, basting as needed with marinade OR pan fry 6 to 10 minutes each side.