Black Pepper Steak with Pickled Cucumber Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon black tea powder
• 2 ribeye or sirloin steaks (about 8 ounces each)
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 cup red wine vinegar
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon black peppercorns, crushed
• 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1 teaspoon coriander seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1/2 cup water
• 2 Kirby cucumbers, sliced
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions:

Prepare the Black Tea Marinade:

• In a small bowl, mix theblack tea powder  with 1/2 cup of hot water. Allow the tea to steep for 3-4 minutes, then strain and let it cool.
• In a large bowl, whisk together the cooled black tea, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and freshly ground black pepper to create a marinade.

Marinate the Steak:

• Add the steaks to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to 4 hours.

Prepare the Pickled Cucumber:

• In a saucepan, combine the red wine vinegar, sugar, crushed black peppercorns, mustard seeds, coriander seeds, ground turmeric, cayenne pepper (if using), and water. Bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar is dissolved.
• Place the sliced cucumbers in a heatproof container. Pour the hot vinegar mixture over the cucumbers and let them cool to room temperature. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to 24 hours to allow the flavors to develop.

Grill the Steak:

• Preheat your grill or grill pan to high heat. Remove the steaks from the marinade and let any excess drip off. Season both sides with additional black pepper.
• Grill the steaks for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or to your desired doneness. Let the steaks rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Serve:

• Serve the sliced steak with the pickled cucumbers on the side. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
• Enjoy your Black Pepper Steak with a hint of black tea flavor and tangy pickled cucumbers, perfect for a special dinner or a date night in.