The reason that I was making chimichurri sauce so late in the summer was that I had just one more dish with corn that I just had to get in before it disappeared from the farmers market. A while ago I came across a photo, which I cannot find now, of a sandwich with sliced steak, a green sauce and corn and I immediately thought that it was a grilled steak with chimichurri and corn salsa sandwich. I can take any excuse to pick up a nice piece of steak and barley sear it to medium rare perfection and the thought of combining that tender steak with a flavourful chimichurri sauce and a sweet corn and red pepper salsa all wrapped up into a sandwich was impossible to resist. Luckily I was still able to get some corn at the farmers market the week after I got back from my vacation and I got a chance to make these delightful sandwiches. Although you have to cook a steak, make the chimichurri, make the salsa and then assemble everything into a sandwich, it is definitely worth the effort as these sandwiches are packed with flavour! I tried some of the leftovers with some crumbled feta and the saltiness complimented the sweetness of the salsa particularly well.
Chimichurri Steak Sandwiches with Roasted Corn and Red Pepper Salsa
ingredients
- 1 pound steak (cut of choice, I used a rib eye)
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 4 buns
- 1/4 cup chimichurri sauce
- 1/2 cup roasted corn and red pepper salsa (see below)
- 1/4 cup feta (crumbled, optional)
directions
- Season the steak with chili powder, salt and pepper.
- Brush the grill with oil.
- Grill the steaks at high heat until done to your preference, about 2-4 minutes per side for rare to medium rare.
- Set the steak aside, let rest for about 5 minutes and then slice thinly.
- Assemble sandwiches and enjoy.
Roasted Corn and Red Pepper Salsa
ingredients
- 3 ears of corn
- 1 small red pepper (finely diced)
- 1 jalapeno pepper (finely diced)
- 1/4 cup sweet onion (finely diced)
- 1 handlful cilantro (chopped)
- 1 lime (juice)
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon hot smoked paprika (optional)
- salt and pepper to taste
directions
- Peel the husks of the corn back and remove the silk.
- Pull the husks back over the corn and roast in a preheated 350F/180C oven until cooked, about 30-40 minutes.
- Let the corn cool and then cut the kernells off.
- Mix everything.
Pam says
I love the sound of this sandwich!
Kelsey says
it looks absolutely gorgeous, great range of colors
Rosa's Yummy Yums says
So gorgeous! What an irresistible sandwich!
Cheers,
Rosa
Joanne says
This sounds like one absolutely delicious sandwich! The flavors seem like they are in perfect balance.
Chocolate Shavings says
That looks delicious Kevin! I haven't been on your site in a little while but it sure seems that you've been cooking up a storm!
Chris says
Absolutely gorgeous, Kevin. I love chimichurri, as a marinade for stead and a condiment.
愛 - ちゃん says
That looks really good!
Whatever Dee-Dee wants says
Wow that looks good!
vanillasugar says
nice. love this kevin. must have and soon. have you ever made corn relish fritters?
CHIowa says
WOW … that looks amazing
Jess @ Bakericious says
this look so delicious.
Alisa says
This looks like my husband's dream meal!
Sophie says
Waw!! Oooh,..Kevin: what amazing & tasty looking sandwiches: so special too!
♥peachkins♥ says
it looks amazing,kevin!
Mo 'Betta says
This just looks like all kinds of deliciousness!
Maven says
This looks amazing – I love steak and I love chimichurri so all my bases are covered.
*Note to self* don`t come by this blog while hungry!
Meanwhile, have you ever tried Tyler Florences pork tenderloin with chimichurri – it`s also very good.
And ps… I made your corn fritters last night. They were To. Die. For. I plan to blog about them in the future and will link back to you.
The Duo Dishes says
You've packed it all in one meal–veggies, spice, sweetness, good protein. Good one!
WizzyTheStick says
Amazing looking sandwich and I love the addition of the chimchurri sauce
Pretty. Good. Food. says
This sounds so good! The photos are making my mouth water!!!
We Are Not Martha says
This looks like a dream sandwich!! And super juicy, which means lots of napkins are needed 🙂 Best type of sandwich!
Sues
PreeOccupied says
Looks so filling! I liked your Chimichurri recipe too. I have to give this a try at home.
Rod Mundy says
That looks so good! I can't wait to try it!! Thanks…
Brian Kesler says
This is a wonderful sandwich idea. I love the corn salsa. Delish!
Brian Kesler
keslerkitchen.blogspot.com
Kevin says
vanillasugar: I have not tried corn relish fritters yet but now I am going to have to look them up!
diva says
that must be SO delicious! i love that its really generously stuffed. yum
Lilly says
Wow! I'll have to make this tonight!
bed frame says
Wow! This is beautiful. I like the colors and I find it interesting.