21 Steak Dinner Ideas That’ll Satisfy Any Craving For Red Meat
Treat yourself to a fancy, homemade meal!
Greg DuPree
Chicken may be the most consumed type of meat in America, but it’s far from the only option to choose from. If you’re tired of an endless array of chicken dinners (we won’t judge!) it might be time to try some steak dinner ideas. And if you’re intimidated by steak, don’t be! There are reasonably priced cuts to buy (such as flank steak and tri-tip) that don’t need to be watched constantly while they cook. In fact, once you get used to cooking steak (if you’re not already) you may find it easier to prepare than chicken or fish. With that in mind, we’ve compiled a list of some of our favorite steak recipes so you can liven up our dinner rotation. Keep reading for Hanger Steak With Worcestershire Butter, Fajita Steak Salad, and more dinnertime inspiration. You know you want to!
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Sesame-Scallion Steak Lettuce Wraps
Jennifer Causey
Inspired by Korean ssäm, this dish uses lettuce as a wrap for meat and rice. More specifically, hearty Bibb lettuce encases thinly sliced rib eye that’s flavored with sherry vinegar, light brown sugar, and punchy fish sauce, as well as fluffy white rice. Just remember that when you cook the steak, do it in batches. This will help prevent steaming and maximize browning, which will make the meat taste better.
Grilled Chipotle Steak with Okra and Corn
Fred Hardy
In the market for a grilled meal? Give this 40-minute steak dinner a try. Here, marinated flank steak teams up with okra and corn for a recipe that also boasts smokiness from adobo sauce, and brightness from lime and cilantro. You won’t be disappointed with this dish, which is ideal for a backyard BBQ.
Hanger Steak With Worcestershire Butter
This elevated dinner is fit for a steakhouse, but you can whip it up at home in an hour. Here, hanger steak is seared on the stovetop until a gorgeous brown crust forms. Then, the meat is transferred to the oven to finish cooking. While the steak cooks, you’ll prepare a homemade compound butter that’s flavored with punchy Worcestershire sauce and fresh parsley. To serve, spoon the butter over the steak and top with flaky salt. Are you drooling yet?
Grilled Steaks With Potato Skewers
Meat and potatoes get the grill treatment in this summertime recipe, which pairs grilled tender strip steaks with potato-and-shallot-filled skewers. The whole meal, which comes together in under an hour, is tied together with a tangy tarragon mayonnaise you’ll want to whip up over and over again. If you find yourself with any leftovers, toss the steak and veggies with some lettuce for a simple salad. Steak lunch, anyone?
Balsamic Steak With Radicchio and Pears
This flank steak dinner is also cooked on the grill, and delivers plenty of that beloved charred flavor. If you don’t have a grill, go ahead and use a grill pan. In this dish, juicy, sweet pears and bitter radicchio, complement the rich steak and vibrant balsamic-shallot dressing. A sprinkling of funky blue cheese and a scattering of chives ties everything together.
Parm-Butter Steak and Sweet Potato Fries
This easy pan-seared steak dinner pairs juicy hanger steak with oven-roasted sweet potato wedges and sautéed spinach, resulting in a balanced meal that's ready in about 35 minutes. A delicious compound butter flavored with garlic, fresh black pepper, and Parmesan takes the whole feast from good to great.
Steak and Bitter Greens Salad With Crispy Potatoes and Lemon-Parmesan Dressing
Sure, this dish has “salad” in the name, but we promise it works as a satiating dinner option that comes together in an hour. For this dish, sirloin steak is paired with cheesy Yukon gold potatoes and bitter greens tossed with a lemony-Parmesan vinaigrette. While this recipe is fancy enough for company or a holiday meal, it also works for an elevated weeknight dinner.
Hanger Steak With Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
Meat and potatoes get a vibrant upgrade here, courtesy of a bold red sauce made with jarred roasted red peppers, garlic, vinegar, smoked paprika, and a drizzle of olive oil. While the sauce obviously works with steak, you may want to memorize the recipe because it also goes with chicken or fish. It’s a versatile star!
Smoky-Sweet Steak Supper
CAITLIN BENSEL
This hearty meal is ready in just 25 minutes and packs tons of flavor. The recipe slathers grilled strip steak in a sugar and paprika rub, which delivers an irresistible sweet, smoky flavor that pairs perfectly with blanched green beans and fresh cherry tomatoes. Break out a bottle of pinot noir, and you're good to go!
Fajita Steak Salad
Flank steak is at its best when it’s well-flavored, and this recipe proves that. Here the meat is coated in fajita seasoning—a combination of chili powder and other spices like paprika, cumin, and garlic powder, among other things—before it’s even cooked. Once the steak is done, it’s served with grilled bell peppers and onions, as well as romaine and a tangy lime and sour cream dressing.
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Steak-and-Potato Skewers With Orange Salsa
There's nothing better than a meal on a stick, especially if it only takes 30 minutes to cook. With this dinner recipe, you grill spiced steak and cooked potato skewers alongside bell peppers and onions. The whole easy-to-eat meal is tied together via a spicy orange salsa that you'll want to drizzle on just about everything.
Hanger Steak With Warm Kale and Crispy Cheese Salad
There’s nothing not to love about this steak dinner, which is hearty, healthy, and balanced. The steak gets a simple seasoning of salt and pepper (which is all it needs), but the kale is packed with flavor. Not only is the nutritious veggie braised with tomatoes, it’s also flavored with anchovies and topped with homemade Parmesan crisps. Save any leftover crisps for garnishing grain bowls or even pasta. You won’t regret it!
Skirt Steak Tacos With Greek Salsa
Quick pickled onions (just let them sit in vinegar for five minutes) are tossed with chopped Persian cucumbers, sliced grape tomatoes, and seasonings to create a topping that's bursting with fresh summer flavors. Spiced steak and crumbled Feta complete the part-Greek, part-Mexican meal.
Steak With Gnocchi and Green Beans
Steak and gnocchi aren’t often paired together, but once you take a bite of this dish you’ll see exactly why they work. The duo are joined by green beans, as well as thinly sliced shallots, briney capers, and fresh parsley. Round out dinner with a slice of crusty bread for sopping up any steak juice, and dig in.
Speedy Steak and Blackberry Salad
This salad looks fancy (thanks to the steak) but comes together in just 30 minutes for a quick lunch or light dinner. Aside from the meat, this dish is packed with healthy ingredients including fresh blackberries, arugula, roasted pistachios, and a sprinkling of crumbled goat cheese.
Five-Spice Steak With Couscous
Radishes, mint, and onions elevate a simple couscous salad that serves as a backdrop for a seasoned steak grilled to perfection. The meat gets its flavor from five-spice powder, which is made with cinnamon, cloves, fennel seed, star anise, and Szechuan peppercorns. For the best results, choose a skirt steak that is consistently thick throughout.
Ginger Stir-Fry Beef With Green Beans
Jennifer Causey
Flank steak thrives in a stir-fry, because the ingredients are cooked quickly over high heat. Here, the meat is joined by green beans, ginger matchsticks, and a thick, glossy sauce flavored with fresh soy sauce, sesame, and spicy chile-garlic combo. To complete the steak dinner, serve everything over a mound of white or brown rice.
Grilled Skirt Steak With Squash Ratatouille
Though this meal looks very impressive, it’s surprisingly easy to make and bound to impress. Start by seasoning the steak with salt and pepper and grilling it. Then, while the meat rests, grill some squash, zucchini, eggplant, and onion. Once the veggies are tender, remove them from the grill, chop them up, and season them with parsley and vinegar. That’s it!
Steak House Bibimbap Bowls
Treat yourself to some classic Korean flavors with these quick and easy bibimbap bowls. Each one features steak, cooked rice, a fried egg, spinach, carrots, and kimchi. The steak is packed with flavor in its own right, thanks to a marinade that includes soy sauce, rice vinegar, and more.
Steak and Beet Salad With Radicchio
Vibrant beets and juicy steak make for quite the contrasting pair in this steak dinner option. The duo are joined by torn radicchio leaves and a Greek yogurt base, which add a little bitterness and creamy texture, respectively. While this is one of the lighter recipes in this roundup, it’s perfect if you’re looking for a dinner that isn’t too heavy, but is still satisfying and balanced.
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Pan-Roasted Steak With Creamed Kale
This meal manages to be rich and healthy at the same time. Here, strip steaks are seared over high heat on the stove and finished off in the oven. The meat is served alongside nutritious kale that soaks up garlic-flavored olive oil and cooks down with some heavy cream, as well as canned cannellini beans for a protein boost. As an added bonus, this balanced feast is ready in just 35 minutes.
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