Best 2 Chasens Hobo Steak Recipes

For a quick and flavorful weeknight meal, look no further than Chasen's Hobo Steak. This classic dish, named after the legendary Hollywood restaurant Chasen's, combines tender flank steak with a savory marinade, sautéed mushrooms, and onions. Whether you're cooking for a special occasion or a casual family dinner, Chasen's Hobo Steak is sure to satisfy your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CHASEN'S HOBO STEAK

Chasen's Hobo Steak image

I recently watched a documentary about the closing of the great Hollywood restaurant Chasen's. During the film they kept showing the captains making this steak tableside and it looked just wonderful. At the end of the film they showed the recipes. I know the recipe looks like it has a lot of fat and it does but keep in mind the pieces of fat and the salt crust are disgarded and the steak is just cooked in the butter, you are not eating all that fat salt and butter. I think this would make a great special occasion meal.

Provided by riffraff

Categories Steak

Time 50m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 large new york steak, 3 inches thick
fresh ground black pepper
1 piece fat, 1/4 thick strip and 3 wide (or several small pieces fat)
1 cup salt
2 tablespoons water
1/4 lb unsalted butter
sourdough bread, 1/4 thick and toasted

Steps:

Season steak with pepper.
Wrap fat around sides of steak, covering them completely but leaving top and bottom exposed.
Tie fat to steak with string near top and bottom.
Fat must be securely anchored to steak.
Combine salt and water to make paste.
Mound about 3/4 of mixture over top of steak, covering meat completely.
Place steak under broiler and broil 8 to 10 minutes, depending on size of steak.
Carefully remove salt crust, keeping it in one piece.
Turn steak over and place salt crust on other side.
If necessary, patch crust with remaining salt mixture.
Broil steak another 8 to 10 minutes. Remove steak from broiler and discard crust and fat.
Slice meat, cutting slightly on diagonal.
Heat butter in chafing dish or large skillet until foaming and lightly browned.
Place a few slices of meat at a time in butter and cook to desired degree of doneness.
(Allow about 1 minute on each side for rare meat.)
Place each slice of meat on slice of toast and spoon some of the hot butter over.

CHASEN'S CHILI (HOLLYWOOD NOSTALGIA RECIPE)

Chasen's Chili (Hollywood Nostalgia Recipe) image

This delicious, long-kept-a-secret, recipe represents a bit of old Hollywood history. Dave Chasen started his restaurant in 1937 as a BBQ shack that featured ribs and chili. His business evolved into one of Hollywood's most famous resturants. It featured American cuisine. By 1940, his famous chili was dropped off the menu but was available if one asked for it; however Dave kept his recipe a dark secret. Eleanor Roosevelt asked for the recipe and was told "no", however Dave sent her a complimentary order. Liz Taylor had an order of his chili flown to her in Rome when she was there making Cleopatra. Before the restaurant closed in 1995, the secret recipe and other memorabilia was given to the Los Angeles Public Library. The recipe is available in the archives of the main library, located in downtown Los Angeles. After the restaurant closed, the building was sold. The building is now occupied by a grocery store, which has a cafe in the store. Some of the old booths are still there along with photos and memoribilia on the walls. They serve Chasens chili; and the store caters to a celebrity clientel.

Provided by lynnski LA

Categories Beans

Time 2h

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1/2 lb dried pinto bean
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, with juice
2 tablespoons oil
1 large green bell pepper, chopped
3 cups onions, coarsley chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1/2 cup parsley, chopped
1/2 cup butter (1 stick)
2 lbs center cut beef chuck, trimmed of fat, chopped into 1/2 inch pieces
1 lb pork shoulder, chopped into 1/2 inch pieces
1/3 cup gebhardt chili powder
1 tablespoon salt
black pepper, to taste
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin

Steps:

Cook dry beans according to package directions.
Stir the tomatoes with juice into the cooked beans, and simmer 5 minutes over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally.
Heat the oil in a large skillet and saute the bell pepper for 5 minutes.
Add the onion, reduce the heat to low, and cook about 15 minutes until tender, stirring frequently.
Stir in the garlic and parsley; add this mixture to the beans.
Using the same skillet, melt the butter and saute the beef and pork, in two batches, if necessary, until browned. Drain.
Add meat to the bean mixture along with the chili powder, salt, pepper to taste and cumin.
Simmer mixture, covered, for about an hour.
Uncover and cook to the desired consistency, about 5 minutes.
The chili should not be too thick.
Skim off excess fat and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 485.9, Fat 32.6, SaturatedFat 13.7, Cholesterol 99.3, Sodium 889.4, Carbohydrate 23.1, Fiber 6, Sugar 5.2, Protein 26.1

Tips:

To make the perfect hobo steak, start with a quality cut of meat. Look for a steak that is at least 1 inch thick and has good marbling.
Season the steak generously with salt and pepper. You can also add other spices, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika, to taste.
Wrap the steak in aluminum foil tightly. Make sure that the foil is sealed well so that no juices can escape.
Place the wrapped steak on a hot grill or in a campfire. Cook the steak for 10-12 minutes per side, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness.
Remove the steak from the foil and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Conclusion:

Hobo steak is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for camping, tailgating, or a backyard barbecue. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a steak that is juicy, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. So next time you're looking for a delicious and hassle-free meal, give hobo steak a try. You won't be disappointed!