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Toasted Sumac and Lemon Zest-Crusted Strip Steak with a Charred Poblano Compound Butter

Toasted Sumac and Lemon Zest-Crusted Strip Steak with a Charred Poblano Compound Butter

This delicious strip steak is crusted with sumac and lemon zest, then topped with a rich charred poblano compound butter for a savory and zesty flavor combination.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 portions
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces Strip Steaks About 1 inch thick each
  • 2 tablespoons Sumac
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Zest of 1 lemon
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 piece Poblano Pepper For compound butter
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Softened
  • 1 clove Garlic Clove Minced
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Cilantro Chopped
  • ½ lemon Lemon Juice Juice

Equipment

  • Cast Iron Skillet
  • Grill or Broiler

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your grill or broiler on high.
  2. Char the poblano pepper until the skin is blistered and blackened, about 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally. Once charred, place it in a bowl and cover with plastic wrap to steam for 10 minutes.
  3. Once cooled, peel off the skin, remove the seeds, and finely chop the pepper.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine the softened butter, chopped poblano, minced garlic, cilantro, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Mix well until thoroughly combined. Set aside.
  5. In a small bowl, mix the sumac, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Rub the mixture evenly over both sides of the strip steaks.
  6. Heat olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat or prepare your grill for direct heat.
  7. Once the skillet is hot, add the steaks and sear for about 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or until the desired doneness is reached. Remove the steaks from the skillet and let them rest for 5 minutes.
  8. Place the rested steaks on plates and top each with a generous dollop of the charred poblano compound butter. Allow the butter to melt over the warm steak before serving.

Notes

For a spicier version, you can add more poblano or even a jalapeño to the compound butter.