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Pomegranate-Glazed Roasted Garlic and Crushed Juniper Berry-Crusted New York Strip with Velvety Whipped Brown Butter and Wild Sage

Pomegranate-Glazed Roasted Garlic and Crushed Juniper Berry-Crusted New York Strip

A luxurious New York strip steak coated in crushed juniper berries, enhanced with pomegranate glaze and served with whipped brown butter and fresh sage.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 2 portions
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 steaks New York strip steaks 1-1.5 inches thick
  • 1 tablespoon Crushed juniper berries
  • 1 head Head of garlic
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ cup Pomegranate juice
  • 1 tablespoon Honey
  • 1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar
  • ½ cup Unsalted butter
  • for garnish Fresh sage leaves

Equipment

  • Cast Iron Skillet
  • Small saucepan

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Remove the New York strip steaks from the refrigerator and let them sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes. This helps in even cooking.
  2. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  3. Slice the top off the head of garlic, exposing the cloves. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, and wrap in aluminum foil.
  4. Place the wrapped garlic in the oven and roast for about 30-35 minutes or until the cloves are soft and caramelized. Let cool slightly, then squeeze the roasted garlic into a bowl and mash with a fork.
  5. Rub the steaks with the crushed juniper berries, roasted garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Ensure the steaks are well-coated.
  6. Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the steaks and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until a golden crust forms.
  7. Transfer the skillet to the oven and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes for medium-rare, or until desired doneness is achieved.
  8. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the pomegranate juice, honey, and balsamic vinegar. Bring to a simmer and reduce until slightly thickened, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
  9. In a saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Continue cooking, swirling occasionally, until the butter turns golden brown and develops a nutty aroma. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  10. Transfer the brown butter to a mixing bowl and whip until light and fluffy.
  11. Once the steaks are cooked to your liking, remove them from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Slice against the grain.
  12. Drizzle the pomegranate glaze over the sliced steaks. Serve alongside a dollop of whipped brown butter and garnish with fresh sage leaves.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the sweetness of the pomegranate glaze by adding more honey if desired.