Spice Rubbed Steak With Quick Garlic Fries Recipes

STEAK DRY RUB

Steps:

• Mix kosher salt, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, oregano, black pepper, brown sugar, and cumin together in a sealable container. Seal container and shake to mix.

SPICY COCOA STEAK RUB

Steps:

• Make the rub by mixing together the cocoa powder, chipotle powder, salt, garlic powder, brown sugar, smoked paprika, cayenne and black pepper in a small bowl. Generously sprinkle the steaks with the rub and set aside.
• Heat the oil and butter in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. When the butter has melted and the oil is hot, add the steaks to the skillet and cook as desired, about 4 minutes per side for a perfect medium-rare. Remove from the skillet and let rest for 5 minutes.
• For the salad: Meanwhile, add the greens, tomatoes and radishes to a bowl. Add the lemon juice, olive oil and a pinch of salt and pepper. Toss together, making sure everything is coated in the oil and lemon. Add to the center of a platter and top with the Parmesan.
• Slice the steak and add to the platter with the salad, then serve.

SPICE-RUBBED STEAK WITH QUICK GARLIC FRIES

Steps:

• Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 450°F.
• Heat 1 inch oil in a 4- to 5-quart heavy pot over high heat until it registers 375°F on thermometer.
• While oil heats, pat steaks dry, then rub all over with spice rub (and salt if necessary). Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a 12-inch ovenproof heavy skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then sear steaks, turning over once with tongs, until well browned, about 5 minutes total. Transfer skillet to oven and roast 10 minutes for medium-rare.
• Check oil while searing steaks, and when it registers 375°F, begin frying french fries in 2 batches (add fries carefully; they may have ice crystals, which could cause spattering), stirring occasionally, until golden and crisp, 4 to 5 minutes per batch. Transfer fries with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain and season with salt and pepper while hot. Return oil to 375°F between batches.
• Turn off heat under pot, then add garlic and fry until pale golden, 30 seconds to 1 minute, and transfer with slotted spoon to paper towels. Toss fries with garlic in a large bowl.
• Transfer steak to a cutting board and let stand 5 minutes. Slice steak and serve with fries.

SPICY STEAK FRIES

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
• Cut potatoes in half lengthwise. Continue cutting slices in half until only thin wedges remain.
• Combine wedges, oil, cayenne, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Transfer to a large baking dish, making sure no fries overlap.
• Bake in the preheated oven, flipping once, until golden brown, 30 to 45 minutes.

SPICY FLAT IRON STEAK RUB

Steps:

• Mix the brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, ancho chile powder, chipotle chile powder, salt-free seasoning blend, salt, and pepper together in a bowl until thoroughly blended. Sprinkle over both sides of the steak, and rub into the meat. Cover, and refrigerate at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 days.
• Before cooking, drizzle steak with vegetable oil, and rub the oil into the meat. Cook as desired.