Jalapeno-Stuffed Steaks
Jalapenos are the most popular chile peppers in the US. This is probably due to the availability and versatility of the chile. Jalapenos have a balanced combination of flavor and heat.
Ingredients:
10 jalapenos, seeds and stems removed, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 Tbsp. vegetable oil
1/2 cup grated Monterey Jack cheese
3 pounds trimmed fillet of beef, cut into 6 thick steaks
freshly ground black pepper
Instructions:
Saute the chiles, onion, and garlic in the oil for a couple of minutes, until just soft but still a little crisp. Remove, cool, and mix in with the cheese.
Slice into the steaks from the edge, creating a “pocket” for the stuffing. Stuff each steak with some of the jalapeño mixture and fasten the opening with a toothpick, if necessary. Season the outside of each steak with the black pepper.
Grill the steaks over the hot charcoals to the desired temperature.
Recipe by Dave Dewitt.
Yields 6 servings.