Steak Crostini Recipe

Name: Steak Crostini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Pastrami Rub; 1 cup ground coriander; 6 Tbsp. paprika; 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed; 1/4 cup kosher salt; 2 Tbsp. garlic powder; 2 Tbsp. ground black pepper; 2 Tbsp. ground white pepper; Cream Cheese Spread; Philadelphia Light Brick Cream Cheese Spread, softened; 3/4 cup Kraft Sauce Works Dijon Bistro Sauce; 1/2 cup dill pickle relish, drained; Napa Slaw; 1/2 cup malt vinegar; 2 Tbsp. sugar; 1-1/2 qt. napa cabbage, chiffonade; 3/4 cup shallots, thinly sliced; 3/4 cup fresh parsley, coarsely chopped; 1/2 cup fresh dill, chopped; 1/4 cup carrots, shredded Target 2 lb For $3.00 thru 02/06; 1 Tbsp. fennel seeds; Crostini; 30 slices rye bread, cut into 3/8-inch-thick slices; 1-1/2 cups butter, melted; 12 each beef sirloin steaks (6 oz./170 g each), 3/8 inch thick Whole Foods 1 lb For $7.99 thru 02/09

Servings: persons

Pastrami Rub
1 cup ground coriander
6 Tbsp. paprika
1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup kosher salt
2 Tbsp. garlic powder
2 Tbsp. ground black pepper
2 Tbsp. ground white pepper
Cream Cheese Spread
Philadelphia Light Brick Cream Cheese Spread, softened
3/4 cup Kraft Sauce Works Dijon Bistro Sauce
1/2 cup dill pickle relish, drained
Napa Slaw
1/2 cup malt vinegar
2 Tbsp. sugar
1-1/2 qt. napa cabbage, chiffonade
3/4 cup shallots, thinly sliced
3/4 cup fresh parsley, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup fresh dill, chopped
1/4 cup carrots, shredded Target 2 lb For $3.00 thru 02/06
1 Tbsp. fennel seeds
Crostini
30 slices rye bread, cut into 3/8-inch-thick slices
1-1/2 cups butter, melted
12 each beef sirloin steaks (6 oz./170 g each), 3/8 inch thick Whole Foods 1 lb For $7.99 thru 02/09

1
Pastrami Rub: Mix ingredients until well blended.
2
Cream Cheese Spread: Mix ingredients until well blended.
3
Refrigerate until ready to use.
4
Napa Slaw: Combine ingredients.
5
Refrigerate until ready to use.
6
Crostini: Cut each bread slice into 2 wedges.
7
Brush both sides of bread with melted butter; place in parchment paper-lined full-sheet pan (or in lined half-sheet pan for trial recipe).
8
Bake in 350 degrees F convection oven 6 to 8 min.
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or until crisp and golden brown, turning once.
10
Cool on wire racks to room temperature.
11
Rub both sides of each steak with 2 Tbsp.
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(30 mL) Pastrami Rub.
13
Heat saute pan on high heat.
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Add steaks; cook to medium (160 degrees F) or desired doneness, turning occasionally.
15
Remove from pan; let stand 5 min.
16
Thinly slice steaks across the grain into 2-inch-wide strips.
17
For each serving: Spread 2 tsp.
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(10 mL) Cream Cheese Spread onto each toast slice; top with 1/2 oz.
19
(15 g) meat and 1 Tbsp.
20
(15 mL) Napa Slaw.

1181

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 25 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Pastrami Rub, 1 cup ground coriander, 6 Tbsp. paprika, 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed, and more.

Yes, Steak Crostini falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Steak Crostini

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