As anyone knows, steak is getting expensive these days. Even on sale, it can be a bit dear to the wallet to buy steak and then just eat a big slab of it.
However, when doing keto, you still need to please the palate and steak has a profound ability to do that. It's hard to resist; there are so many glorious ways to prepare it, ones which will reward the taste buds and produce a glowing sense of satisfaction that will last for hours.
Nowadays, I just try to be smart when I get steak. I try to wait for sales, buy in quantity and then make the best use of it I possibly can. For instance, last night's brazed sirloin with garlic might be tomorrow's steak salad with bleu cheese dressing.
Recently, I chanced upon filet mignon on sale (yes, you read that correctly). I had to buy it in bulk, but the price was attractive, and I LOVE filet. I bought a 3.5 lb. tenderloin and then cut it into 6 steaks and some tips (for salad!). I like to sear the steak in a skillet and then roast it until done to my liking; I make sure to tent it for about 7 to 10 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute. In the meantime, I like to make a mushroom au jus with garlic (see a theme here?), oregano, salt and pepper. I'll then served with whipped cauliflower and grilled asparagus drizzled with extra virgin olive oil from Greece. Here's the pic:
You're welcome. Sometimes simple food that's well-prepared just satisfies the soul.
More to come.