This flagship, Tuscan steak is made from the region’s Chianina breed of cattle which are prized for their tenderness and flavor. In typical Italian style, simplicity rules the day; little more than olive oil, rosemary, and salt are needed to highlight the rich flavor of the grilled meat. With Italian food, freshness and quality are top priority, so I use nothing less than choice porterhouse, and much prefer prime!
Ingredients
- 4 sprigs fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 (2 1/2 pound) choice or prime porterhouse steak
- 3 tablespoons Tuscan olive oil
- Moist, grey sea salt and freshly cracked pepper to taste
- 6 lemon wedges
Directions
Step 1
Press chopped rosemary onto both sides of porterhouse steak; set onto a plate and allow to marinate at room temperature for 1 hour.
Step 2
Start an outdoor grill using hardwood charcoal, such as hickory. When coals are white and glowing, arrange for high heat.
Step 3
Gently brush or rub olive oil onto steak, then season to taste with sea salt and pepper.
Step 4
Place steak onto grill, and cook until a dark, golden brown (not burnt) crust forms, 5 to 10 minutes depending on thickness of meat. Turn over, and continue cooking until golden on the other side, 5 to 10 minutes more. When finished, place steak onto a platter, and allow to rest for 10 minutes.
Step 5
To serve, remove the two pieces of meat from the bone, and replace the bone onto the serving platter. Trim any unwanted fat from the round (tenderloin) steak, slice into 6 equal pieces at an angle to the grain, and fan out on one side of the bone. Slice the rectangular (loin) steak into 1/4-inch slices at an angle to the grain. Fan out on the other side of the bone. Finish by garnishing the platter with lemon wedges and a sprinkle of additional sea salt.
Notes
Bistecca Fiorentina is normally served rare or medium-rare. If you prefer your steak more well done, cook as stated to form the crust, then place onto a cooler part of the grill, and continue cooking to desired doneness.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
Calories 346 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat30g | 38% |
Saturated Fat10g | 49% |
Cholesterol63mg | 21% |
Sodium104mg | 5% |
Total Carbohydrate2g | 1% |
Dietary Fiber1g | 3% |
Protein18g | |
Vitamin C11mg | 53% |
Calcium16mg | 1% |
Iron3mg | 17% |
Potassium232mg | 5% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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