In this special feature, “Today” Food Editor Phil Lempert brings you recipes “stolen” (with permission) from notable restaurants across the world. See how much money you can save — and fun you can have — by cooking these dishes at home!
This week: Seattle’s Signature Steak from Rippe’s Steakhouse in Seattle, Washington
Rippe's Steakhouse is where you will find Seattle's Signature Steak, a dish that has created quite a buzz around the country. In the spirit of a city known for its coffee, 23 year-old sous-chef Allison Jester created this dish — steak rubbed with ground espresso beans — as an experiment for the specials board. Her shot in the dark turned into worldwide recognition for the young chef and the restaurant. Just in time for grilling season, we've "stolen" her recipe and modified slightly for home cooking.
(Please note that ingredient prices are estimates and based on national averages.)
| Seattle's Signature SteakPhil Lempert Start by trimming any fat away from the edges of the filet. Cover with plastic wrap and use mallet to hammer into 1-inch thickness. Using a small, shallow bowl; submerse filet in 1 cup of Cabernet Sauvignon for several hours. (Cabernet Sauvignon is a dry red wine found in most package stores and supermarkets.) In a separate bowl, combine the remaining dry ingredients, including the ground espresso. After the steak has marinated, place into bowl with dry spices and espresso, then coat liberally. Grill each side of filet on high heat for 3 minutes. High heat will create flames with most home grills. Decrease, or move, from high heat and continue cooking until desired Accompany this flavorful steak with a vegetable and starch of your choice. ($33.95 for dinner at Rippe's, served with special saltwater sourdough bread, seasonal vegetables and your choice of baked potato, hashbrowns, mashed potatoes, or fries. At home cost: $8.36 [without the sides].) 9254247604812693554554filet12ounce12-oz filet mignon. ($6.36)ground espresso3tablespoon3 Tbsp. ground espresso ($0.55)cabernet sauvignon wine1cup1 cup Cabernet Sauvignon wine ($1.35)kosher salt1teaspoon1 tsp. kosher salt ($0.02)onion powder0.125teaspoon1/8 tsp. onion powder ($0.02)garlic powder0.125teaspoon1/8 tsp. garlic powder ($0.01)black pepper0.125teaspoon1/8 tsp. black pepper ($0.03)cayenne pepper0.125teaspoon1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper ($0.01)paprika1pinch1 pinch paprika ($0.01) | rightfalsefalse0truefalsefalse10 Only on TODAY.MSNBC.com! Food Editor Phil Lempert brings you the latest news and advice about shopping and cooking. false |
Rippe's
2801 Alaskan Pier 70
Seattle, Washington 98121
Phone: 206-267 0236
www.rippesgrill.com/rippesgrill/
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