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Toasted Pearl Onion and Tarragon-Crusted Flat Iron with a Garlic Confit & Parsley Butter

Toasted Pearl Onion and Tarragon-Crusted Flat Iron with Garlic Confit & Parsley Butter

This delicious flat iron steak is topped with sautéed pearl onions, a crispy breadcrumb crust, and served with a rich garlic confit and parsley butter for an unforgettable meal.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pound Flat Iron steaks About 1 pound each
  • 1 cup Pearl onions, peeled
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh tarragon, chopped
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 1 Head of garlic
  • 1 stick Unsalted butter, softened (8 tablespoons)
  • 1/4 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Oven
  • Grill or Grill Pan
  • Baking sheet
  • Aluminum Foil

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). Slice the top off the head of garlic to expose the cloves. Drizzle with olive oil and wrap it in foil. Roast in the oven for about 45 minutes, or until the cloves are soft and caramelized. Let cool, then squeeze the cloves out of their skins into a bowl.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine the softened butter, roasted garlic, chopped parsley, and lemon juice. Mix well until fully combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add the pearl onions and sauté for about 10 minutes until they are golden brown and tender. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped tarragon. Set aside.
  4. Season the flat iron steaks generously with salt and pepper on both sides. Heat a grill or skillet over high heat. Cook the steaks for about 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or until your desired doneness. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
  5. Preheat the oven broiler. Place the cooked steaks on a baking sheet. Top each steak with a generous layer of sautéed pearl onions, then sprinkle breadcrumbs evenly over the top. Broil for 2-3 minutes, or until the breadcrumbs are golden brown and crispy.
  6. Remove the steaks from the oven and let them rest for a minute. Serve topped with the garlic confit and parsley butter.

Notes

Feel free to use different herbs for the butter or add additional vegetables to the sauté.