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Fried Garlic-Chip and Oregano-Crusted T-Bone with a Brown Butter & Balsamic-Shallot Infusion

Fried Garlic-Chip and Oregano-Crusted T-Bone with a Brown Butter & Balsamic-Shallot Infusion

This exquisite T-Bone steak is crusted with fried garlic chips and fresh oregano, finished with a rich brown butter and balsamic-shallot infusion for a gourmet experience.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 portions
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 740

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces T-bone steaks About 1.5 inches thick
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper
  • 1 cup Fresh oregano leaves, chopped
  • 1 cup Garlic chips (fried garlic)
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
  • 2 pieces Shallots, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup Balsamic vinegar
  • for drizzling Olive oil

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Knife

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Take the T-bone steaks out of the refrigerator and let them come to room temperature for about 30 minutes. This helps them cook evenly. Season both sides generously with salt and black pepper.
  2. In a bowl, combine the chopped oregano and garlic chips. Press this mixture firmly onto the top of each steak to create a crust.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and drizzle with olive oil. Once the oil is hot, add the T-bone steaks, crust side down. Sear for about 4-5 minutes or until a nice crust forms. Flip the steaks and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes for medium-rare, or adjust the time to your preferred doneness. Remove the steaks from the skillet and let them rest for at least 5 minutes.
  4. In the same skillet used for the steaks, reduce the heat to medium. Add the butter and let it melt, swirling occasionally until it turns a light brown color and has a nutty aroma. Add the chopped shallots and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until they are translucent.
  5. Carefully pour in the balsamic vinegar, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Let it simmer for another 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Slice the T-bone steaks and arrange them on a platter. Drizzle the brown butter and balsamic-shallot infusion over the steaks. Garnish with additional oregano leaves if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

For a variation, try adding crushed red pepper flakes to the garlic and oregano mixture for a spicy kick.