Southern Style Denver Steak with Cajun Fries, Honey Garlic Sauce and Jalapeños

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Prep in 10 High protein New 6 plants Low sat fat Family-friendly

Southern Style Denver Steak with Cajun Fries, Honey Garlic Sauce and Jalapeños

Prep time: 10 mins
Total time: 30 mins
Cuisine: South American
Food group: Beef

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Before you start

  • Line a baking tray with parchment paper
  • Pull out a large frying pan and a large bowl

Roast the chips & do the prep

  • Remove the steaks from the fridge and allow to come to room temperature
  • Cut the potatoes into wedges. Place the wedges onto the lined baking tray and toss with two thirds of the cajun spice mix, 1/2 tbsp oil and a pinch of salt and pepper. Roast for 25-30 mins until soft and golden
  • Trim the green beans. Core and thinly slice the apple. Trim and thinly slice the lettuce, add to the large bowl with the apple. Roughly chop the jalapeños

Sear the steaks & cook the green beans

  • Season both sides of the steaks with salt and pepper. Heat the large frying pan with 1/2 tsp oil on medium-high heat. Once hot, add the steaks and cook (as a guide: cook for 2-3 mins on each side for medium, or 3-4 mins for medium-well). Quickly sear the edges of the steaks. Remove from the pan and leave to rest
  • Reheat the frying pan on a medium-high heat. Once hot, add the green beans and cook for 3-4 mins, until starting to char. Add 1 tbsp water (1/2 tbsp for 1 person) and steam for 2-3 mins, until softened. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from the pan and cover to keep warm

Make the honey garlic sauce

  • Reheat the frying pan on a medium heat. then add the remaining cajun spice and garlic paste. Cook for 1 min then add the maple mustard dressing, honey, tamari and 2 tbsp water to the pan. Cook for 2 mins, stirring regularly, until thickened

Plate up

  • Serve the steaks onto plates with the wedges alongside. Spoon the honey garlic sauce over the steaks. Sprinkle over the jalapeños (for those who'd like them) . Serve the salad alongside

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