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Steak Bowls with Avocado Crema and Quick-Pickle Cabbage

Servings: 2

Ingredients
  

  • 1 head cilantro divided
  • 1 avocado
  • 1 jalapeño
  • 2 garlic cloves peeled
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 4 limes divided
  • 1 lbs flank steak about 500g
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • ¼ head purple cabbage
  • 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp agave syrup or 1 tsp sugar
  • salt I'm using Diamond Crystal Kosher
  • neutral oil
  • rice for serving I’m using Tilda Sweet Chili & Lime

Method
 

  1. To a blender add ¾ of your cilantro, 1 avocado, 1 jalapeño (top removed), 2 garlic cloves and 1 tsp cumin. Cover with the juice of 3 limes and the 3 tbsp neutral oil. Blend until smoot—depending on your blender, you might need to add a splash of water to help it along. Once smooth, add a pinch of salt. Taste and adjust seasoning. Transfer ¼ of the crema to a large bowl and set the rest in the fridge for later.
  2. To the large bowl with crema, add 1 lbs steak. Cover with 1 tbsp salt and 1 tbsp rice vinegar. Toss to coat, then cover and let marinate for 30 minutes, or as much time as you have!
  3. While that marinates, make your quick-pickle cabbage and rice. Thinly slice 1/4 head cabbage, then transfer it to a medium bowl. Sprinkle with ½ tsp salt and toss to coat. Add 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 2 tbsp red wine vinegar, 1 tbsp agave and 1/4 cup water. Toss again and set aside until ready to eat. Make rice by following package instructions.
  4. Heat a large cast iron skillet on medium heat. Once hot, add 1 tbsp oil and continue to heat until the oil is shimmering. Using paper towel, wipe away any excess marinade and transfer to the hot pan. Sear for 5-8 minutes on one side, undisturbed. Flip and continue cooking for another 5 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the centre reads 120-130°F. Remove from heat and let rest for 10 minutes.
  5. Using a sharp knife, slice against the grain, yielding long, thin strips. Serve over rice, topped with pickled cabbage, leftover avocado crema and remaining cilantro.