Seared Beef Slices with Smoked Paprika Butter, Crispy Potatoes, and Quick Pickles

Name: Seared Beef Slices with Smoked Paprika Butter, Crispy Potatoes, and Quick Pickles
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Fusión contemporánea
Ingredients: 24 oz beef sirloin or strip steak; 1.3 lb baby potatoes; 6 oz cucumber; 3.5 oz red onion; 4 tbsp unsalted butter; 3 tbsp olive oil; 4 tbsp apple cider vinegar; 2 tbsp water; 1 tbsp honey; 3 cloves garlic; 2 tsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves; 2 tbsp fresh parsley; 1 3/4 tsp salt; 1 tsp black pepper; 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes; 1 tbsp lemon juice

An original beef recipe featuring seared steak sliced thin and served over oven-crisped potatoes, finished with smoked paprika butter and quick pickled red onion and cucumber for a fresh, bright contrast.

25 minPrep

35 minCook

60 minTotal

4Servings

High ProteinGluten-Free

Ingredients

Adjust servings

700 g beef sirloin or strip steak (1 inch de grosor)
600 g baby potatoes (cut a the mitad)
180 g cucumber (en medias lunas finas)
100 g red onion (en pluma fina)
60 g unsalted butter (at room temperature)
45 ml olive oil (divided)
60 ml apple cider vinegar (for encurtido quick)
30 ml water (for encurtido quick)
15 ml honey (for encurtido quick)
9 g garlic (2 cloves grated, 1 clove chopped)
6 g smoked paprika (divided)
2 g ground cumin
4 g fresh thyme leaves (divided)
8 g fresh parsley (chopped)
10 g salt (or to taste, divided)
3 g black pepper (divided)
1 g red pepper flakes (optional)
15 ml lemon juice (freshly squeezed)

Nutrition facts

per serving

540 kcal

Calories

37 g

Protein

24 g

Carbs

33 g

Fat

4 g

Fiber

20 g

Net carbs

Approximate nutritional information. Estimated from the recipe’s ingredients and amounts, using standard reference nutrition values. It may vary with brands, sizes and cooking method. For guidance only; not a substitute for medical or dietary advice.

Allergens

Dairy

Instructions

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1. Preheat the oven to 220°C / 425°F. Toss the baby potatoes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, the ground cumin, 1 chopped garlic clove, and half of the fresh thyme. Spread on a sheet pan and roast for 30 to 35 minutes at 220°C / 425°F, turning halfway through, until golden and crisp.
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2. While the potatoes roast, make the quick pickles. In a bowl, combine the cucumber, red onion, apple cider vinegar, water, honey, lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt, a pinch of black pepper, and the red pepper flakes if using. Mix well and let stand for 15 to 20 minutes.
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3. In another small bowl, mix the unsalted butter with the remaining 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 2 grated garlic cloves, the rest of the fresh thyme, chopped parsley, and a pinch of salt. Set aside.
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4. Pat the beef very dry with paper towels. Season both sides with the remaining salt and black pepper.
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5. Heat a large cast-iron or heavy skillet over medium-high heat for 2 to 3 minutes. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and, once hot, sear the beef for 3 to 4 minutes on the first side and 3 to 4 minutes on the second side for medium, adjusting for thickness. Aim for an internal temperature of about 57°C / 135°F for medium-rare or 63°C / 145°F for medium.
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6. Transfer the beef to a board and immediately spread the smoked paprika butter over the hot surface. Let the meat rest for 8 minutes so the juices redistribute.
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7. Lightly drain the quick pickles. Slice the beef thinly against the grain.
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8. Serve a bed of crispy potatoes on each plate, arrange the sliced beef on top, and finish with the quick pickles. Spoon the resting juices from the meat over everything and serve right away.

Chef tips

For a better crust on the beef, do not move the steak while it sears. If you want even crispier potatoes, preheat the sheet pan in the oven for 5 minutes before adding them.

Substitutions

You can use ribeye, New York strip, or top sirloin. Honey can be replaced with maple syrup. Parsley can be swapped for chives or cilantro. For a dairy-free version, use a dairy-free plant-based butter.

What I used to make it

Generic kitchen tools that work for this recipe. You don’t need to buy anything to make it.

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Cosori Pro LE 5 Qt Air Fryer
Browning and baking with little oil
- Browns food with very little oil
- Handy for vegetables, chicken and reheating
- Check the basket capacity
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TempPro TP19H Digital Thermometer
Checking doneness of meat and chicken
- Checks doneness of meat and chicken
- Quick reading
- Clean the probe after each use
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T-fal Ultimate Hard Anodized 12" Non-Stick Pan
Eggs, omelets and stir-fries
- Eggs and omelets that don’t stick
- Comfortable, sturdy handle
- Use wooden or silicone utensils
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