• The ultimate sandwich experience awaits with our steak sandwich featuring luscious caramelised onions. In this recipe, we’ll unlock the secrets to crafting this mouthwatering delight.

    Steak sandwich with caramelised onion

    Ingredients

    • 2 sirloin steaks
    • 1 Tbsp pepper
    • 1 Tbsb cajun seasoning
    • 1 Tbsp oil
    • 25 g butter
    • 2 onions, sliced
    • 2 Tbsp brown sugar
    • 1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
    • 1 cup mayonnaise
    • 1 handful parsley, minced
    • 1 minced garlic
    • 1 Tbsp chilli sauce
    • 2 slices toasted baguette or any bread of your choice
    • 2 handfuls rocket

    Instructions

    1

    Season steak with salt and pepper.

    2

    Add the oil to a preheated grill pan. Add the butter, thyme and garlic. Add the steaks and sear for 4 minutes on each side. Leave to rest for 5 minutes, then cut into slices.

    3

    In the same pan, cook the onion on low heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring, until softened and golden. Add the sugar and vinegar, and continue cooking on low heat for 5-10 minutes, stirring, until caramelised.

    4

    To make the sauce, mix the mayonnaise, parsley, garlic paste, chilli sauce and remaining cajun seasoning.

    5

    To assemble the sandwich, spread a thin layer of sauce on the toasted bread. Add a layer of caramelised onion, then some steak strips, then some rocket. Top with the remaining mayo sauce and the second slice of bread.

    Notes

    TIP: Serve immediately with sweet potato fries.

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