Seared Steak with Cauliflower Puree
Ingredients
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Steaks
- 2 strip steaks (1 inch thick; 1 1/2 pounds total)
- kosher salt and black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
- 1/4 cup pitted green olives, chopped
- 1 shallot, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
Cauliflower
- 1 small head cauliflower (about 1 1/2 pounds), cored and cut into florets
- olive oil
- 1/4 c. parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Fill a large saucepan with 1 inch of water and fit it with a steamer basket. Bring the water to a boil.
- Place the cauliflower in the basket, cover, and steam until very tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain.
- Meanwhile, heat 1 teaspoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season the steaks with 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Cook 4 to 6 minutes per side for medium-rare. Let rest before slicing.
- While the steaks cook, transfer the drained cauliflower to a food processor. Add 2 tablespoons oil and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Puree until smooth.
- In a bowl, combine the parsley, olives, shallot, vinegar, remaining oil, and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Serve with steak and cauliflower.