Bistecca Alla Siciliana Recipes

BISTECCA ALL FIORENTINA

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The classic Bistecca all Fiornentina is a large porterhouse steak that usually weighs about 1 kilo (2.2 pounds). In Tuscan restaurants the steak is offered by the "etto" or in 100 gram (4-ounce) increments. This great steak includes the strip loin and the fillet. When shopping for this dish, use the best meat, gray sea salt, course grind black pepper and the best balsamic vinegar that you can afford. The marriage of flavors from all of these ingredients will reveal a noble meal of authentic Italian cookery. As is true for all steak, to ensure a juicy, flavorful steak that cooks quickly, have the meat at room temperature before starting. Use a grill or thick cast iron pan and make sure that they are very hot. Always let the meat rest, at least 5 minutes, before carving and a sharp knife will glide right through.

Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network

Categories main-dish

Time 1h22m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

2 (2-pound) Porterhouse steaks, about 2 inches thick
Grey sea salt
Coarse grind black pepper
Pure olive oil
Great balsamic vinegar

Steps:

Let the steak rest outside the refrigerator for 30 minutes before cooking. Use a hot, clean, oiled grill. If pan roasting, preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
Liberally season the steak with the salt and pepper, coat with olive oil and press the seasoning into the meat. Grill the steaks for about 5 to 6 minutes on each side for medium rare. The fillet will cook a little faster than the strip loin. Move the steaks every 2 minutes or so for even cooking and a crispy exterior.
For pan roasting, heat a cast iron skillet with a little olive oil until smoking hot. Turn on the fan, open the window and stand back to avoid getting splattered! Using tongs, place the steaks in the center of the pan. Cook until the first side is seared brown, about 4 minutes. Turn the steaks and place the pan in the oven until the steaks are done, about 6 minutes for medium rare. Remove the steaks to a carving board and let rest for at least 5 minutes before carving.
Cut the steaks away from the bone and carve into 1/2-inch slices. Arrange the meat on warmed plates and drizzle a little bit of balsamic vinegar over the slices. Serve with some extra gray sea salt on the side.

BISTECCA ALLA FIORENTINA (TUSCAN PORTERHOUSE)

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This flagship, Tuscan steak is made from the region's Chianina breed of cattle which are prized for their tenderness and flavor. In typical Italian style, simplicity rules the day; little more than olive oil, rosemary, and salt are needed to highlight the rich flavor of the grilled meat. With Italian food, freshness and quality are top priority, so I use nothing less than choice porterhouse, and much prefer prime!

Provided by eat!

Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian

Time 1h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

4 sprigs fresh rosemary, chopped
1 (2 1/2 pound) choice or prime porterhouse steak
3 tablespoons Tuscan olive oil
Moist, grey sea salt and freshly cracked pepper to taste
6 lemon wedges

Steps:

Press chopped rosemary onto both sides of porterhouse steak; set onto a plate and allow to marinate at room temperature for 1 hour.
Start an outdoor grill using hardwood charcoal, such as hickory. When coals are white and glowing, arrange for high heat.
Gently brush or rub olive oil onto steak, then season to taste with sea salt and pepper.
Place steak onto grill, and cook until a dark, golden brown (not burnt) crust forms, 5 to 10 minutes depending on thickness of meat. Turn over, and continue cooking until golden on the other side, 5 to 10 minutes more. When finished, place steak onto a platter, and allow to rest for 10 minutes.
To serve, remove the two pieces of meat from the bone, and replace the bone onto the serving platter. Trim any unwanted fat from the round (tenderloin) steak, slice into 6 equal pieces at an angle to the grain, and fan out on one side of the bone. Slice the rectangular (loin) steak into 1/4-inch slices at an angle to the grain. Fan out on the other side of the bone. Finish by garnishing the platter with lemon wedges and a sprinkle of additional sea salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345.8 calories, Carbohydrate 1.5 g, Cholesterol 62.8 mg, Fat 29.6 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 18.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 104.4 mg

SICILIAN STEAK (BISTECCA ALLA SICILIANA)

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I found this recipe in the "Authentic Italian Recipes Cookbook", compiled by The Christopher Columbus Ladies Auxiliary of San Antonio, Texas. My husband loves this steak! It's a nice change from the normal way we grill our steaks. I serve it with either Fettuccini Alfredo or baked potatoes.

Provided by Kim D.

Categories Meat

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

4 pieces steak, 1-inch thick, such as t-bone
2 garlic cloves, crushed
3/4 cup olive oil
1/3 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons oregano
1 cup breadcrumbs
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste

Steps:

Marinate steaks in garlic and olive oil for 30 minutes (15 minutes on each side).
Combine cheese, oregano and breadcrumbs, salt and pepper.
Dip steaks in the bread mixture.
Cook steaks under broiler, turning once.
For rare, cook 8-10 minutes; for medium cook 12-14 minutes; for well done cook 18-20 minutes.

CECI ALLA SICILIANA

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Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network

Categories side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

6 cans (14 ounces each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
2 1/2 cups celery, including some of the chopped leaves
1 cup red onion, minced
6 tablespoons minced fresh Italian flat-leaf parsley
1/2 teaspoon minced Calabrian chiles, or more to taste (can substitute with red chili flakes)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons Champagne vinegar
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 loaves ciabatta or Italian bread
Extra virgin olive oil, for brushing

Steps:

In a large bowl, stir the chickpeas, celery, onion, parsley, chiles, garlic, olive oil, and vinegar. Season, to taste, with salt. Serve immediately or let stand for 1 or 2 hours and re-season just before serving.
Slice the bread into 1/2-inch thick slices. Toast on a preheated grill or in an oven for 4 to 5 minutes. Brush 1side with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
Spoon some of the chickpea mixture over the bread slices and serve immediately.

FLORENTINE STYLE STEAK -- BISTECCA ALLA FIORENTINA

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My DD and SIL had their honeymoon in Italy in December. For a gift to her father, she sent 2 wonderful porterhouse steaks and a fabulous menu complete with recipes so that we could share Italy with them.

Provided by PaulaG

Categories Steak

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

12 ounces pork fatback, cubed
12 garlic cloves, peeled
2 teaspoons dried rosemary
2 (24 -28 ounce) porterhouse steaks
coarse salt, to taste
pepper, freshly ground

Steps:

Remove the steaks from the refrigerator, rinse under water, pat dry with paper towels and allow to sit at room temperature 30 minutes before cooking.
Put the fatback, garlic and rosemary into a food processor and blend until it is the consistency of toothpaste.
Rub the fat mixture evenly over the meat and season with coarse salt and fresh ground pepper.
Use a hot, clean, oiled grill and grill the steaks for about 5 to 6 minutes on each side for medium rare.
The fillet will cook a little faster than the strip loin. Move the steaks frequently, approximately every 2 minutes or so, for even cooking and a crispy exterior.
When the steaks are cooked, take them off the grill and allow to rest for 5 to 7 minutes. The resting allows the blood to circulate and distributes the juices evenly.
Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 855.5, Fat 63.1, SaturatedFat 25.3, Cholesterol 217.7, Sodium 182.1, Carbohydrate 3.3, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.1, Protein 64.6