Chipotle Steak with Collard Greens

Method:

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.

2. 2

   Mix the chile powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; rub on the steak.

3. 3

   Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.

4. 4

   Add 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, then add the steak; sear 3 minutes per side.

5. 5

   Transfer the skillet to the oven and cook until a meat thermometer inserted sideways into the steak registers 135 degrees F for medium rare, 15 to 20 minutes.

6. 6

   Transfer the steak to a cutting board.

7. 7

   Meanwhile, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a medium skillet over medium heat.

8. 8

   Add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring, until soft, 5 minutes.

9. 9

   Add the collard greens and 1/2 cup water and cook, stirring occasionally, until warmed through, 10 minutes.

10. 10

    Add 1 tablespoon vinegar, and salt and pepper to taste.

11. 11

    Whisk the ketchup, the remaining 3 tablespoons vinegar, the honey, Worcestershire sauce, mustard and 1/2 cup water in a bowl. Return the cast-iron skillet to medium-high heat; add the ketchup mixture and cook until thickened, 3 to 5 minutes. Slice the steak against the grain.

12. 12

    Serve with the sauce and collard greens.

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    Photograph by Antonis Achilleos

Adapted from Foodnetwork