Marinated Shell Steaks With Pan-fried Sweet Potatoes

Total Time: 35 mins Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 20 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 2 medium shallots, finely chopped
• 1 medium garlic clove, minced
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• salt & freshly ground black pepper
• 2 (8 ounce) beef shell steaks
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 2 medium sweet potatoes, pared, sliced 1/4-inch thick
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon fresh ground pepper

Recipe

• 1 whisk first 6 ingredients together in mixing bowl. place steaks in shallow glass baking dish and pour marinade over top. turn several times to coat completely. refrigerate covered at least 30 minutes.
• 2 heat butter and remaining 2 t. oil in large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. add potatoes and cook, turning frequently, until golden and crisp, about 10 minutes. season with salt and pepper and keep warm.
• 3 heat broiler or grill.
• 4 broil steaks about 4 inches from heat 5 minutes (or grill); turn and broil second side 3 minutes for medium-rate. serve at once with potatoes.