Description
Burrata and Steak Crostini is a show-stopping appetizer that combines the creamy decadence of burrata cheese with tender, flavorful steak atop toasted sourdough. This dish is perfect for gatherings, elevating any meal with its impressive presentation and delightful taste. Quick to prepare and easily customizable, it offers a burst of rich flavors that will leave your guests raving. Serve it as a chic starter at parties or enjoy it as a sophisticated snack during cozy nights in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound hanger steak (or ribeye, filet)
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon mushroom powder (optional)
- 1 sourdough baguette, sliced into ½ inch pieces
- 1 tablespoon neutral oil (canola, avocado, vegetable)
- 2 large garlic cloves
- 8 ounces burrata cheese
- Finely chopped chives and balsamic vinegar for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Bring the steak to room temperature; season with salt, pepper, and optional mushroom powder.
- Slice the sourdough baguette into pieces, arrange on a baking sheet, and toast for 6-8 minutes until golden brown.
- Heat oil in a cast iron skillet over high heat; sear the steak for about 2 minutes on each side.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven for an additional 1-2 minutes based on preferred doneness; let the steak rest for 15 minutes before slicing thinly.
- Rub garlic on each toasted bread slice, top with burrata and sliced steak, then garnish with chives and balsamic vinegar if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking and Searing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 crostinis (about 80g total)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 70mg