Our Pairing Suggestion
Both the chili rub and the charred onions give the steaks a spiciness that calls for an equally spicy California Zinfandel. Look for a peppery, fruity example.
Recipe: Cowboy Steaks with Onions
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Ingredients
- 1 1/2 tablespoons pure chile powder
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 6 T-bone steaks, cut 3/4 -inch thick (about 1 pound each)
- 2 large onions, sliced crosswise 1/2 inch thick
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Yuca Fries, for serving
- In a small bowl, combine the chile powder, cayenne, cumin and oregano with 1 tablespoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of black pepper. Rub the steaks with the spice mixture and arrange on a platter. Let them come to room temperature.
- Light a grill or preheat a grill pan and oil it lightly. Brush the onions with the oil and season with salt and black pepper. Grill over a hot fire until nicely charred, about 8 minutes.
- Grill the steaks over the hot fire for 4 to 5 minutes per side for medium rare. Transfer the steaks to plates and top with the onions. Serve Yuca Fries on the side.
- From Translating Steak Frites
- Published October 1998





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