Greek-Style Steak with Cucumber and Dried Fruit Rice
What Started it all:
Steak, Cucumber, dried fruits (raisins, apricots), rice cooker
Hey there! Ready to whip up a fab, quick, and easy Greek-inspired dish? This recipe combines juicy steak with a refreshing cucumber salad and a delightful dried fruit rice. Perfect for a weeknight dinner for four. Let's get cooking!
Ingredients
- 4 steaks (your choice of cut)
- 1 large cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup dried fruits (raisins and apricots, chopped)
- 2 cups rice (use your rice cooker!)
- 4 cups water (for the rice)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 lemon (for zest and juice)
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- Add the rice, 4 cups of water, and a pinch of salt to your rice cooker. Cook according to your rice cooker's instructions.
- Once done, fluff the rice with a fork and stir in the chopped dried fruits. Keep warm.
- Pat the steaks dry with paper towels. Rub them with olive oil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Zest the lemon over the steaks for a burst of fresh flavor.
- Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the steaks to your desired doneness (about 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare).
- Let the steaks rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- While the steaks are cooking, dice the cucumber and place it in a bowl.
- Squeeze the juice of the lemon over the cucumber and add a pinch of salt.
- Toss with fresh dill if using.
- Slice the steaks thinly against the grain.
- Serve each plate with a portion of dried fruit rice, a generous helping of cucumber salad, and the sliced steak on top.
And there you have it! A delicious, Greek-style meal that's ready in no time. The juicy steak, refreshing cucumber salad, and sweet dried fruit rice make for a fantastic combination. Enjoy, and happy cooking!