Jul 13 2026

Wood Grilled Hanger Steak Recipe

Time1h 30m
Serves2

8oz. premium angus / roasted garlic whipped potato/charred corn/ wilted spinach / beech mushroom + herb demi glace

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Ingredients

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Steak

Charred Corn

Wilted Spinach

Beech Mushroom + Herb Demi Glace

Method

Steak Preparation

  1. 1

    Marinate the Steak

    Rub the hanger steak with olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature.

  2. 2

    Grill the Steak

    Preheat a wood grill to high heat. Grill the hanger steak for about 5-7 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness. Remove from the grill and let rest.

Whipped Potatoes Preparation

  1. 3

    Cook the Potatoes

    Peel and chop the potatoes into chunks. Boil them in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and set aside.

  2. 4

    Make Whipped Potatoes

    In a mixing bowl, combine the boiled potatoes with roasted garlic, butter, and heavy cream. Whip until smooth and creamy. Season with salt to taste.

Charred Corn Preparation

  1. 5

    Char the Corn

    Heat olive oil in a skillet over high heat. Add the corn kernels and sprinkle with salt. Cook, stirring frequently, until the corn is charred, about 5 minutes.

Wilted Spinach Preparation

  1. 6

    Wilt the Spinach

    In a separate skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the fresh spinach and sprinkle with salt. Cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.

Demi Glace Preparation

  1. 7

    Prepare the Demi Glace

    In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add beech mushrooms and sauté until softened. Pour in the beef stock and add fresh herbs. Simmer until reduced by half, about 10-15 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper.

Plating

  1. 8

    Serve the Dish

    On a plate, serve a generous scoop of whipped potatoes, topped with the grilled hanger steak. Arrange the charred corn and wilted spinach on the side. Drizzle with the mushroom demi-glace before serving.

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