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Cocoa Crusted Steak with Shishito Peppers

Savory Cocoa Crusted Steak with Shishito Peppers Delight

A delicious Cocoa Crusted Steak with Shishito Peppers that combines rich flavors and quick cooking for a perfect dinner.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 7 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 2 steaks
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 347

Ingredients
  

For the Steak
  • 2 tablespoons Oil High smoke-point oil like canola or olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Cocoa Chipotle Seasoning
  • 2 steaks (1 inch thick) Steaks (e.g., Strip loins, Rib eye, Tenderloin)
For the Side
  • 1 cup Shishito Peppers If unavailable, substitute with Poblano peppers

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by heating a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add about 2 tablespoons of oil and let it heat until shimmering, which should take about 2 minutes.
    Cocoa Crusted Steak with Shishito Peppers
  2. While the skillet is heating, season both sides of your steaks with cocoa chipotle seasoning, pressing it gently to adhere.
    Cocoa Crusted Steak with Shishito Peppers
  3. Carefully place the seasoned steaks into the hot skillet, searing each side for about 3-4 minutes depending on your preferred doneness.
    Cocoa Crusted Steak with Shishito Peppers
  4. Once cooked to your liking, remove the steaks from the skillet and let them rest covered with aluminum foil for 5-7 minutes.
    Cocoa Crusted Steak with Shishito Peppers
  5. In the same skillet, add the shishito peppers and increase the heat to high, searing them for about 3-5 minutes until blistered.
    Cocoa Crusted Steak with Shishito Peppers
  6. Slice the rested Cocoa Crusted Steak against the grain and plate it alongside the blistered shishito peppers.
    Cocoa Crusted Steak with Shishito Peppers

Nutrition

Serving: 1steakCalories: 347kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 27gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to ensure perfectly cooked steaks; aim for 130°F for medium-rare and 145°F for medium.

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