Light supper for four for the grill or barbecue, this recipe uses a bavette or flat iron steak marinated in spices and served with a herb salsa.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Serves: 4 people
Ingredients
675g lean bavette or flat-iron steaks
For the Spiced Marinade:
4 garlic cloves, peeled and finely chopped
1 red chilli, deseeded and finely chopped
Juice of 1 orange
Juice of 1 lemon
2 tablespoons freshly chopped flat-leaf parsley
3 tablespoons olive oil
For the Herb Salsa:
2 spring onions, finely chopped
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
Pinch of dried chilli flakes
2 tablespoons freshly chopped coriander (leaves and stalks)
2 tablespoons freshly chopped flat-leaf parsley
Juice of ½ lime
3 tablespoons olive oil
Method
To prepare the citrus marinade; combine all the ingredients in a large, non- metallic shallow dish.
Place the steaks on a chopping board and using a sharp knife score on both sides (optional). Transfer into the marinade mixture and coat on both sides (optional). Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for a minimum of 1 hour or overnight; the longer the better.
To make the salsa; combine all the ingredients in a bowl and adjust the seasoning if required.
Remove the steaks from the marinade and cook on a prepared barbecue or preheated moderate grill for about 3-4 minutes on each side.
Serve the steaks on a bed of peppery rocket with the salsa.