Steak with Herb and Paprika Rub

A great steak dish with a herb and paprika rub. Great for a mid-week meal or at the weekend using sirloin, rib eye or rump steaks.

Prep Time: 5 mins

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Serves: 2 people

Based on a 2cm thick steak

To Cook Rare: 2½ minutes on each side

To Cook Medium: 4 minutes on each side

To Cook Well Done: 6 minutes on each side

Average Cooking Time for 3lb: 0 Minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 lean sirloin, rib eye or rump steaks

  • For the herb and paprika rub:

  • 1 tablespoon dried thyme
  • 1 tablespoon dried basil leaves
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika

Method

  1. Place all the ingredients on a shallow plate and mix well.
  2. Coat the steaks on both sides and cook under a preheated moderate grill according to your preference.
  3. Serve the steaks with your favourite accompaniments.