Ingredients:
For the grilled steak:
500g steak (ribeye, sirloin, or flank)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon fresh or dried thyme
Salt and pepper, to taste
For the tomato and onion salad:
4 ripe tomatoes, sliced
1 red onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh basil leaves (optional)
For the French fries:
4 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into strips
Frying oil (sunflower, peanut, or any neutral oil)
Salt, to taste
Instructions:
For the grilled steak:
Marinate the steak:
In a bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper.
Rub this mixture all over the steak and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature (or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator).
Grill the steak:
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
Grill the steak for about 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or adjust according to your preference.
Remove from the grill and let the steak rest for a few minutes before slicing.
For the tomato and onion salad:
Prepare the salad:
In a large bowl, mix the tomato slices and thinly sliced onion.
Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Gently toss to coat the vegetables.
Add a few fresh basil leaves on top for added freshness (optional).
For the French fries:
Prepare the potatoes:
Heat the frying oil in a deep fryer or large pot over medium-high heat.
Once the oil is hot, add the potato strips in small batches to avoid cooling the oil too much.
Fry the potatoes until golden and crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
Remove the fries with a slotted spoon and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
Season immediately with salt after frying.
To Serve:
Arrange the grilled steak slices on a plate.
Add the tomato and onion salad on the side.
Serve with the freshly made French fries.
Enjoy this delicious, balanced, and flavorful meal!
