Spicy Balsamic Glazed Steak

Ingredients:

• 2 New York strip steaks (or filet mignon/ribeye)
• 2 tbsp Baklouti Pepper Olive Oil
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tbsp Butter Olive Oil (or unsalted butter)
• For the Glaze:
• 2 tbsp Dark Chocolate Balsamic Vinegar
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)

Instructions:

• Pat the steaks dry and season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika on both sides.
• Drizzle Baklouti Olive Oil over the steaks, rubbing it in evenly. Let sit for 10-15 minutes to absorb flavors.
• In a small saucepan over low heat, combine Dark Chocolate Balsamic, honey, Dijon mustard, garlic, and red pepper flakes.
• Simmer for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened. Remove from heat.
• Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add butter olive oil.
• Sear steaks for 3-4 minutes per side (for medium-rare) or until desired doneness.
• In the last minute of cooking, brush the balsamic glaze over the steaks.
• Transfer steaks to a plate, cover loosely with foil, and let rest for 5 minutes.
• Slice and serve with extra balsamic glaze drizzled on top.