A taste from the islands.
CALYPSO STEAK w/ GRILLED PINEAPPLE RECIPE
Serves: 4 Difficulty Level: 1 (of 5) Prep Time: 15 Minutes Ready In: Less than an Hour
INGREDIENTS:
For the Steak:
•1 1/2 pounds beef top sirloin steak or top round steak, cut 1-inch thick
•1/2 medium onion, cut in chunks
•1/2 medium onion, cut in chunks
•1/4 cup soy sauce
•1/4 cup honey
•1/4 cup lime juice
•10-20 thin slices peeled fresh ginger
•1-2 fresh jalapeno peppers, stems and seeds removed, cut in half
•3 cloves garlic, peeled
•1 teaspoon whole brown mustard seeds (optional)
•1/2 teaspoon allspice
•1/2 teaspoon paprika
•1/2 teaspoon thyme
For the Grilled Pineapple:
•sliced pineapple (fresh or canned)
•2 tablespoons butter
•2 tablespoons brown sugar
•1 tablespoon lime juice
PROCEDURE:
For the Steak
•Blend all ingredients, except steak in a blender or food processor fitted with a steel blade until pureed.
•Place steak in a sealable plastic bag and pour marinade over steak.
•Seal well and refrigerate 20 minutes to 6 hours, turning bag occasionally.
•Remove meat from bag. Reserve marinade.
•Grill steak over medium heat or medium coals for 16-20 minutes, turning once.
•Remove steak to carving board.
•Let stand 10 minutes.
•Meanwhile, bring reserved marinade to a rolling boil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat.
•Reduce heat and simmer 2-3 minutes.
•Carve steak diagonally into thin slices.
•Arrange on a platter and serve with heated sauce and grilled pineapple.
For the Grilled Pineapple:
•Melt butter in small saucepan.
•Stir in brown sugar and lime juice.
•Mix until sugar is melted.
•Generously brush over sliced pineapple.
•Grill until golden brown.
•Garnish with lime wedges, cilantro sprigs and jalapenos if desired.
Enjoy
Chef Phil
This marinade is excellent for basting grilled beef back ribs, marinating beef brisket, or for braising beef short ribs.