Beef with Thyme and Oregano Butter

GreekBeefIntermediate30 minBy Northstar

Ingredients

Servings
4
  • 1 kg (2 pound) piece rump steak
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. 1

    Freshly cracked black peppercorns Salt Thyme and Oregano Butter 100g (4 ounces) soft butter 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano 1 small clove garlic, crushed 2 teaspoons lemon juice Cut steak into 6 pieces.

  2. 2

    Brush each steak with oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.

  3. 3

    Barbecue, pan-fry or grill steaks until cooked as desired.

  4. 4

    Serve with slices of thyme and oregano butter.

  5. 5

    Thyme and Oregano Butter: Beat all ingredients in small bowl with electric mixer or wooden spoon until well combined.

  6. 6

    Spoon mixture onto a sheet of grease-proof paper in a rough log shape.

  7. 7

    Fold one side of the paper over roll, then, with a ruler, push against the butter so that the mixture forms a smooth log.

  8. 8

    Roll the butter in the grease-proof paper, refrigerate.

  9. 9

    Thyme and Oregano Butter can be made a day ahead.

  10. 10

    Storage: Covered in refrigerator; Microwave: Not suitable; Freeze: Butter suitable.

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