Chargrilled T-bone steak with Tomato Chutney

60 min
Ingredients
4 persons
  • 2000g Australian T-Bone MB3+
  • 2tbsp Balsamic Vinegar
  • 3tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 4pc figs, cut in half lengthways
  • 1tbsp finely chopped fresh root ginger
  • 2cloves garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 1tsp ground coriander
  • 0.52pc Lemon juice
  • 2tbsp Olive Oil
  • 200g onions, roughly chopped
  • 4pc red chillies, chopped
  • 1500g ripe tomatoes, very roughly chopped
  • 1pc round lettuce, separated into leaves
  • 4g salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1g sea salt and ground black pepper
  • 4pc skin on, cut in half lengthways
  • 225g soft brown sugar
  • 275ml vinegar
Preparation

1.       To make the chutney, place the vinegar and sugar in a large saucepan, bring to the boil and cook for 3–4 minutes until the sugar has melted. Add all the other ingredients, bring to the boil and cook for about 20–30 minutes, stirring frequently. If the tomatoes are very juicy, you might need to cook for a little longer until the mixture starts to thicken. Leave the chutney with a chunky texture and do not cook for too long so that the ingredients start to break down into a purée.

2.       Leave the chutney to cool and then place into sterilised jars to store for 2–3 weeks in the fridge (the flavour will improve over time).

3.       To make the steaks, heat a griddle pan until searing hot. Rub the steaks with a little olive oil then season with salt and black pepper. Place onto the griddle and sear for 2 minutes then turn the steaks 90 degrees and sear the same side for a further 2 minutes. Turn the steaks over and repeat, searing and turning. Remove the steaks from the griddle and set them aside, to rest, on a plate.

4.       Meanwhile, rub the shallots with the rest of the olive oil and place cut-side down on the griddle and cook for 3–4 minutes. Add the figs, face down, and cook for another minute until they are all tender and charred.

5.       Whisk the balsamic vinegar, lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil together in a small bowl and season with salt and pepper. Just before serving, toss the lettuce, shallots and figs together in a bowl with the lemon dressing.

6.       Serve the steaks with the salad alongside and a spoonful of chutney.