BISTECCA ALLA FIORENTINA (STEAK FLORENTINE)

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Categories     Beef     Father's Day     Dinner     Grill/Barbecue

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 Porterhouse steak, approx 2.5 lbs
2 oz Very Best Quality Olive Oil you can find
Generous pinch of Fleur de Sel
1 large bunch fresh Arugula (about 4 cups)

Steps:

  • The steak is the critical component, so find the best butcher you can, and special order one. Mom deserves only the best! It should be 2-3 fingers thick, at least two inches. The simplicity of this dish requires sourcing the very best ingredients you can. Splurge on the steak, great olive oil, Sea Salt and freshest vegetables you can find. Quality matters here. Let the meat rest at room temperature about 30 minutes if it has been refrigerated overnight. Best done outside on a grill, at very high heat (highest gas setting or red coals with white coating). Cook the steak 5 minutes per side for very rare (preferred) or 8-10 minutes per side for medium rare to medium for those squeamish about rare meat) at 120-125 degrees on a meat thermometer. Let rest for 10 minutes minimum to allow the juices to absorb back into the meat. This can be done in a grill pan in a 450 degree oven, but be sure to have a very powerful vent fan, and open windows and disable smoke detectors during cooking. There will be a lot of smoke (this adds flavor to the steak). Arrange the arugula on a large platter. Slice the steak rather thickly and layer the slices on the arugula. Drizzle with the olive oil and sprinkle the sea salt over the meat and serve. Accompany the steak with potatoes cut into chunks, tossed in a little olive oil, sea salt and black pepper roasted on a pan in a 350 oven until golden, about one hour, and some Broccoli Rabe. Steam briefly and serve seasoned with salt and pepper (as needed).

Marwashoaib Marwashoaib
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my steak turned out dry and flavorless. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Sameer Kha
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I'm not sure if I'm doing something wrong, but I've tried this recipe twice now and both times the steak has been tough. I'm not sure what I'm doing wrong.


SN Saymon
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I would not recommend this recipe. It was a waste of time and money.


didelia choc
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This recipe was a disaster. The steak was overcooked and the salsa verde was too acidic.


Azharchaddhar
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my steak turned out really tough. I'm not sure if I used the wrong cut of meat or if I overcooked it.


TyRave
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I think it could have used more seasoning.


Jamil Naaz
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my steak didn't turn out as tender as I would have liked. I think I might have overcooked it.


Ssegawa Vincent
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This recipe is a bit pricey, but it's worth it for a special occasion. The steak was cooked to perfection, and the salsa verde was delicious.


Nightmare Shadow Afton Fazbear
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I'm not a big steak eater, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The steak was tender and flavorful, and the salsa verde was a great addition.


Shakir Ali
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This is my favorite steak recipe. The salsa verde is the perfect finishing touch.


Animated Area
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make, and the steak always turns out perfectly.


Aftab Aftab
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Wow! This steak was amazing. The flavor was incredible, and it was cooked perfectly.


Saqib Gujjar
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This was a delicious and impressive dish. My guests were very impressed, and I will definitely be making it again.


Kingsley Samuel
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I followed the recipe exactly, and the steak turned out perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves a good steak.


Serenity Cote
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion dinner. The steak is expensive, but it's worth it for the amazing flavor and texture.


Maggie Hawley
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I've made this recipe a few times now, and it's always a hit with my friends and family. The steak is always juicy and tender, and the salsa verde is a great way to add a bit of brightness and acidity to the dish.


Jeanna Vargas
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This was my first time making Bistecca alla Fiorentina, and it turned out amazing! The steak was perfectly cooked and flavorful, and the salsa verde was the perfect complement.