Bistro Steaks on Garlic Bruschetta

Serves: 2 Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 12 minutes

Thick sirloin or rump steaks on garlic bruschetta with a red wine and pepper drizzle

Cooking Times

Based on a 2cm/¾inch thick steak
Rare
2½ minutes on each side
Medium
4 minutes on each side
Well done
6 minutes on each side

Method

  1. Preheat the oven to Gas mark 6, 200°C, 400°F.
  2. Place the bread on a chopping board and rub gently on both sides with the cut side of the garlic. Place on a baking tray and brush on both sides with half the oil. Bake in the oven for 5-8 minutes, or until golden.
  3. Place the peppercorns on a shallow plate and coat the steaks on both sides.
  4. Heat the remaining oil in a non-stick frying pan and cook the steaks according to your preference. Transfer to a warm plate and keep warm.
  5. In the same pan stir in the wine, stock and shallot. Bring to the boil, reduce the heat and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Remove the pan from the heat, stir in the butter, red pepper and any meat juices from the steak plate.
  7. Place a bruschetta slice on each place, cut the steaks in half, arrange on top and pour over the sauce.
  8. Garnish with the fresh rocket leaves and serve with roasted tomatoes.