Grilled entrecôte is one of the emblems of contemporary Spanish cuisine, heir to the Castilian tradition of chuleton. In modern steakhouses, the rest of the meat and aromatic butters that enhance the flavor without masking the beef are valued. It is an essential dish in Iberian meat gastronomy.
Mediterranean
Grilled entrecôte with herb butter
Grilled entrecôte with Spanish herb butter: traditional step-by-step recipe, with chef tips and clear timings.
- Spain
- Main course
- High protein
- easy
15 min
Tiempo de Preparación
4
Servings
Nutrición por ración
- Calories 520 kcal
- Protein 42 g
- Fiber 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates 2 g
- Fat 38 g
- Sodium 680 mg
Story behind the dish
Preparation
Grilled entrecôte with herb butter is a Spanish preparation with easy difficulty. Reserve about 27 minutes in total (15 for mise en place and preparation, 12 for cooking). Follow the 6 phases in order: each step indicates what to do, what to observe and, when applicable, the time or level of fire.
Before you start
- Have ready: 4 beef entrecôtes of 250 g each at room temperature.
- Have ready: 60 g unsalted butter at room temperature.
- Have ready: 2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped.
- Have ready: 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley.
- Have ready: 1 teaspoon fresh thyme.
- Salt, oil and spices measured and within reach.
- Clean utensils, board and clear work surface.
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Take the entrecôtes out of the refrigerator 30 minutes beforehand and dry well…
Take the entrecôtes out of the refrigerator 30 minutes beforehand and dry well with kitchen paper.
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Mix butter with garlic
Mix the butter with garlic, parsley, thyme and mustard until you obtain a homogeneous paste.
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Heat the grill or griddle over high heat
Heat the grill or griddle over high heat, lightly oil it and sear the meat for 3 minutes per side.
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Lower to medium heat
Reduce heat to medium, cook 2 more minutes per side for medium rareness, season with salt and pepper generously.
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Remove the meat
Remove the meat, place a tablespoon of herb butter on top and rest covered for 5 minutes. Resting time is not optional: it improves texture, hydrates fibers and balances flavors.
Resting time is not optional: it improves texture, hydrates fibers and balances flavors
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Cut diagonally across the grain and serve with lemon wedges and…
Cut diagonally across the grain and serve with lemon wedges and fleur de sel. Taste before serving: the balance between salt, acidity and fat defines the final result.
Taste before serving: the balance between salt, acidity and fat defines the final result
Chef's tips
- Test for salt and doneness before serving; the last adjustment makes the difference.
- Use fresh and seasonal ingredients: the quality of the product is noticeable in the final result.
Variations
- Vegetarian version replacing the meat with sautéed mushrooms or cooked legumes.
- Vegan dairy-free version using plant-based cheese or cream alternatives.
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