Berbere Spiced Grilled Flat Iron with Garlic-Herb grilled Eggplant

This grilled Flat Iron Steak recipe features a berbere spice blend inspired by African cuisine. Complete the meal with a garlic-herb grilled eggplant.

Ingredients

• 1 beef Flat Iron Steak (about 1 pound)

• 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon allspice
• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon chile powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon granulated garlic

• 1 eggplant, (Cut into 1/2 inch slices)
• 2 teaspoon garlic, minced
• 1-1/2 teaspoon Mexican oregano
• 2 Tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

• 4 slices naan bread
• Greek-style yogurt
• fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Cut Flat Iron evenly into 4 steaks (about 4 - 6 ounces each)

2. Combine all rub seasoning in a small bowl. Spread evenly onto all surfaces of the steaks. 

3. Place steaks onto a preheated gas grill, covered, 10 to 14 minutes for medium rare (145°F) to medium (160°F) doneness, turning occasionally. Remove from grill and let rest for at least 5 minutes. Serve with grilled eggplant naan bread, and yogurt. 

Grilled Eggplant

1. In a small bowl combine garlic, oregano, salt, olive oil, and eggplant. Toss eggplant making sure all sides are coated evenly. 

Grilled Eggplant

1. Grill eggplant on gas grill for 4 - 6 minutes flipping half way through. Remove from grill and keep warm. 

• Test Kitchen Tips Simply combine the rub ingredients and apply evenly to all sides.