Blackened New York Steak With Sweet Potato Butter Recipes

GRILL MATES BLACKENED STEAK

Steps:

• Place large cast iron skillet (preferred) or other large heavy skillet (not nonstick) on high heat at least 5 minutes or until very hot. (See Test Kitchen Tips if using nonstick cookware.).
• Mix rub, paprika, thyme and red pepper in small bowl.
• Brush each side of steaks with butter or oil. Generously season with rub mixture.
• Carefully place steaks in hot skillet. Cook 8 to 10 minutes or until desired doneness, turning once.
• Test Kitchen Tips: To avoid the smoke generated from high temperature cooking, blacken the steaks outdoors. Preheat large cast iron or other large heavy skillet on stovetop or in oven and carefully transfer to a hot grill to cook the steaks.
• To Use Nonstick Skillet: Prepare steaks as directed above. Heat large nonstick skillet on medium heat 5 minutes. Cook as directed above. Increase cook time as needed for desired doneness.
• To Grill: Steaks can also be cooked directly on a preheated grill. Flavor and appearance will vary from the traditional skillet method.
• Black and Blue Steak: Cut a 4-inch wide pocket in each 2 New York Strip Steaks (3/4 inch thick) being careful not to cut through back or sides of steak. Continue as directed in Steps 2 and 3. Fill pocket of each steak with about 2 tablespoons blue cheese. Press steak lightly to seal closed. Cook as directed.

BLACKENED NEW YORK STEAK WITH SWEET POTATO BUTTER

Steps:

• 1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Heat a cast iron skillet on medium-high with a little olive oil. Mix all ingredients of blackened spice, coat evenly all of the steaks with spice.
• 2. With the pan very hot, sear each side dark (not burnt but dark brown) for 2 minutes each side.
• 3. Remove from heat and finish in oven 7-10 for medium to medium-well.
• 4. In a food processor, add butter, sweet potato, cloves, Cajun seasoning, and salt to taste. Pulse until smooth. Scrape down the sides and place in the refrigerator until served.
• 5. Remove steaks and let rest for 10 minutes. Remove butter from refrigerator and add desired amount to each steaks and enjoy!