Argentina Favorites (Season 4, Episode 22)

strip steak

🥗Healthier: flank steak

💰Cheaper: chuck steak

Flank steak is leaner, while chuck steak is more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

red wine vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar offers a milder flavor.

parsley

🥗Healthier: arugula

💰Cheaper: spinach

Arugula adds a peppery flavor, while spinach is often less expensive.

Season the boneless strip steak generously with salt, black pepper, and sugar.

Grate nutmeg and add it to the seasoning mixture.

Reserve two teaspoons of the nutmeg mixture for later use.

Rub the seasoning mixture all over the steaks to create a nice dark crust.

Transfer the seasoned steaks to a wire rack over a sheet pan.

Refrigerate the steaks for at least 1 hour, or overnight if preferred.

Preheat the oven to 250°F (121°C).

Place the steaks in the preheated oven and cook for 45 to 55 minutes until they reach the desired doneness.

Remove the steaks from the oven and let them rest briefly.

Sear the steaks in a hot skillet to develop a crust.

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