Southwestern Hanger Steak Salad

Name: Hanger Steak Salad
Cook time: 35 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 2 teaspoons smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 2 teaspoons lime zest; 1/2 teaspoon ancho chili powder; Pinch cayenne pepper; 1 pound USDA prime hanger steak, trimmed; 1/2 cup olive oil; 1/4 cup cilantro leaves; 2 tablespoons champagne vinegar; 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice; 1 clove garlic; 1 tablespoon honey; Kosher salt, for seasoning; Black pepper, for seasoning; 2 ears sweet corn; 1 large pepper, sliced; 1 large onion sliced into rings; Olive oil; Kosher salt, for seasoning; Green leaf lettuce; 1 large avocado, sliced; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 3-4 tablespoons crumbled Cotija cheese

with Grilled Corn

4.5

Recipe By

Fey&Mark

PublishedFeb 5, 2022

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What You Need

Ingredients

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For the steak

012 teaspoons kosher salt
022 teaspoons smoked paprika
031 teaspoon ground cumin
041 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
051 teaspoon garlic powder
062 teaspoons lime zest
07½ teaspoon ancho chili powder
08Pinch cayenne pepper
091 pound USDA prime hanger steak, trimmed

For the dressing

01½ cup olive oil
02¼ cup cilantro leaves
032 tablespoons champagne vinegar
042 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
051 clove garlic
061 tablespoon honey
07Kosher salt, for seasoning
08Black pepper, for seasoning

For the salad

012 ears sweet corn
021 large pepper, sliced
031 large onion sliced into rings
04Olive oil
05Kosher salt, for seasoning
06Green leaf lettuce
071 large avocado, sliced
081 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
093-4 tablespoons crumbled Cotija cheese

Step by Step

Instructions

01
If you want the robust flavor of a great steak but don't want all the heavy sides that usually accompany it, this Southwestern-inspired salad invites the garden to the party for a light, yet meaty, dish.
02
Swap option: If you hate cilantro and think it tastes like soap, swap it out for fresh parsley!
03
For the steak: Set up a gas or charcoal grill for medium-high direct heat. In a small bowl, mix all the spices together. Then rub the mixture liberally on hanger steak. Let sit and come to room temperature. Place the steak on the grill and sear on all sides, approximately 1½-2 minutes a side (all four sides), steak should be at 130°F for medium rare. Remove and let rest 5 minutes before slicing.
04
For the dressing: Place all salad dressing ingredients into blender or mixer then pour in olive oil slowly to incorporate all ingredients evenly. Set aside.
05
For the salad: Rub corn, peppers and onion with olive oil and salt. When grill is ready, place veggies on the grill and char on all sides (being careful not to burn them, just grill marks). Remove and let cool.
06
Chop grilled veggies and place in a serving bowl with the lettuce, avocado and tomatoes. Slice steak against the grain and place on top of salad. Drizzle dressing over top. Sprinkle cheese over the salad and serve.

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