Prepare to elevate your grilling game with a mouthwatering recipe that combines the rich, luxurious flavor of perfectly seared rib eye steak with the vibrant, slightly smoky kick of shishito peppers. This isn't just another steak recipe - it's a culinary adventure that transforms an ordinary dinner into an extraordinary dining experience. Whether you're a grill master or a weekend cooking enthusiast, this dish promises to impress with its bold flavors and restaurant-quality presentation that will have your guests begging for seconds.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 rib eye steaks
- 1 cup shishito peppers
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Remove rib eye steaks from refrigerator 30-45 minutes before cooking to allow them to reach room temperature, which ensures more even cooking.
- Pat steaks dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, which helps achieve a better sear and crust.
- Season both sides of the steaks generously with salt and black pepper, pressing the seasoning into the meat.
- Preheat grill or grill pan to high heat (around 450-500°F) to create a perfect sear and develop a rich, caramelized exterior.
- While grill heats, prepare shishito peppers by tossing them in olive oil and a pinch of salt.
- Grill steaks for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, using tongs to flip and ensuring even cooking.
- During the last 2 minutes of cooking, add shishito peppers to the grill, turning occasionally until they blister and char slightly.
- Remove steaks and let rest on a cutting board for 5-7 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
- Chop grilled shishito peppers and mix with fresh lime juice and chopped cilantro to create salsa.
- Slice steaks against the grain and top with shishito pepper salsa before serving.
Tips
- Temperature is key: Always let your steaks come to room temperature before grilling to ensure even cooking and a perfect sear.
- Moisture matters: Pat your steaks completely dry before seasoning to achieve that coveted crispy exterior.
- Seasoning secrets: Don't be shy with salt and pepper - press the seasoning into the meat to create a flavorful crust.
- Grill management: Use high heat (450-500°F) to create a beautiful caramelized exterior while keeping the inside juicy.
- Resting is crucial: Allow your steaks to rest for 5-7 minutes after grilling to redistribute juices and ensure maximum tenderness.
- Shishito pepper pro tip: Look for peppers that are bright green and firm, and don't worry about the occasional charred spot - it adds amazing flavor!
- Serving suggestion: Slice the steak against the grain to guarantee the most tender bites possible.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 348kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 60mg
