Steak Caesar Sandwich
Steak Caesar Sandwich
Ingredients
For the Steak
- 1 1/2 pounds New York strip steak, about 1 1/2 inches thick
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons steak spice rub, your favorite blend
For the Caesar Dressing
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise, good quality
- 3 garlic, cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon anchovy paste
- 1 lemon, juiced (about 2 tablespoons)
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated
For the Caesar Salad
- 2 Romaine lettuce, heads, chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated, plus more for serving
For the Buns
- 4 rustic-style buns, such as ciabatta or Italian rolls
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, or melted butter
Instructions
- 1
Generously season the steak on all sides with kosher salt and your preferred steak spice rub. Allow it to sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes while you prepare the smoker and other ingredients.
⏱️ 20 min
- 2
Preheat your smoker to 225°F. Place the seasoned steak in the smoker and cook until its internal temperature reaches 100°F. This typically takes about 40-50 minutes, depending on the steak's thickness and smoker efficiency.
⏱️ 50 min•🌡️ 225
- 3
While the steak is smoking, prepare the Caesar dressing. In a medium metal bowl, combine the mayonnaise, minced garlic, anchovy paste, fresh lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese. Whisk vigorously until all ingredients are well combined and the dressing is smooth and creamy. Set aside.
⏱️ 10 min
- 4
Prepare the Caesar salad component. In a large bowl, add the chopped Romaine lettuce. Add about 1/2 cup of the prepared Caesar dressing and toss to coat the lettuce evenly. Stir in 1/2 cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
⏱️ 5 min
- 5
Once the steak reaches 100°F internal temperature, remove it from the smoker. Preheat your grill to high heat, aiming for around 500°F. Once hot, transfer the steak to the grill and sear for 2-3 minutes per side, or until a beautiful crust forms and the internal temperature reaches your desired doneness (e.g., 130-135°F for medium-rare).
⏱️ 10 min•🌡️ 500
- 6
Remove the steak from the grill and let it rest on a cutting board, tented loosely with foil, for at least 10 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring a tender and flavorful steak. While the steak rests, slice the rustic buns in half horizontally. Brush the cut sides with olive oil or melted butter.
⏱️ 10 min
- 7
Place the brushed bun halves cut-side down on the hot grill. Toast for 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown and slightly crispy. Be careful not to burn them.
⏱️ 2 min
- 8
Thinly slice the rested steak against the grain. To assemble the sandwiches, spread a generous layer of Caesar dressing on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Arrange a portion of the thinly sliced steak over the dressing.
⏱️ 5 min
- 9
Sprinkle additional grated Parmesan cheese over the steak. Pile a generous amount of the prepared Caesar salad on top of the steak. Drizzle a little more Caesar dressing over the salad, if desired. Place the top bun half to complete the sandwich.
⏱️ 3 min
- 10
Serve immediately and enjoy your Steak Caesar Sandwich!
⏱️ 1 min
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Steak Caesar Sandwich
Ingredients
For the Steak
- 1 1/2 pounds New York strip steak, about 1 1/2 inches thick
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons steak spice rub, your favorite blend
For the Caesar Dressing
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise, good quality
- 3 garlic, cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon anchovy paste
- 1 lemon, juiced (about 2 tablespoons)
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated
For the Caesar Salad
- 2 Romaine lettuce, heads, chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated, plus more for serving
For the Buns
- 4 rustic-style buns, such as ciabatta or Italian rolls
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, or melted butter
Instructions
- 1
Generously season the steak on all sides with kosher salt and your preferred steak spice rub. Allow it to sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes while you prepare the smoker and other ingredients.
⏱️ 20 min - 2
Preheat your smoker to 225°F. Place the seasoned steak in the smoker and cook until its internal temperature reaches 100°F. This typically takes about 40-50 minutes, depending on the steak's thickness and smoker efficiency.
⏱️ 50 min•🌡️ 225 - 3
While the steak is smoking, prepare the Caesar dressing. In a medium metal bowl, combine the mayonnaise, minced garlic, anchovy paste, fresh lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese. Whisk vigorously until all ingredients are well combined and the dressing is smooth and creamy. Set aside.
⏱️ 10 min - 4
Prepare the Caesar salad component. In a large bowl, add the chopped Romaine lettuce. Add about 1/2 cup of the prepared Caesar dressing and toss to coat the lettuce evenly. Stir in 1/2 cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
⏱️ 5 min - 5
Once the steak reaches 100°F internal temperature, remove it from the smoker. Preheat your grill to high heat, aiming for around 500°F. Once hot, transfer the steak to the grill and sear for 2-3 minutes per side, or until a beautiful crust forms and the internal temperature reaches your desired doneness (e.g., 130-135°F for medium-rare).
⏱️ 10 min•🌡️ 500 - 6
Remove the steak from the grill and let it rest on a cutting board, tented loosely with foil, for at least 10 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring a tender and flavorful steak. While the steak rests, slice the rustic buns in half horizontally. Brush the cut sides with olive oil or melted butter.
⏱️ 10 min - 7
Place the brushed bun halves cut-side down on the hot grill. Toast for 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown and slightly crispy. Be careful not to burn them.
⏱️ 2 min - 8
Thinly slice the rested steak against the grain. To assemble the sandwiches, spread a generous layer of Caesar dressing on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Arrange a portion of the thinly sliced steak over the dressing.
⏱️ 5 min - 9
Sprinkle additional grated Parmesan cheese over the steak. Pile a generous amount of the prepared Caesar salad on top of the steak. Drizzle a little more Caesar dressing over the salad, if desired. Place the top bun half to complete the sandwich.
⏱️ 3 min - 10
Serve immediately and enjoy your Steak Caesar Sandwich!
⏱️ 1 min