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“Sizzling Southern Grill Dinner: Fire-Kissed Steak & Cornbread Pudding”

Find the perfect Southern Grill Dinner recipe that combines fire-kissed steak and cornbread pudding for a mouthwatering, unforgettable meal. This dish is sure to impress with its rich flavors and unique twist on a classic Southern favorite.

Time: Prep: 45 minutes - Cook: 35 minutes (grilling) + 20-25 minutes (baking) - Total: 1 hour and 20 minutes
Servings: 6
Difficulty: Advanced
Cuisine: American, Southern

Allergens

Milk, Eggs, Wheat

Ingredients

  • 2 lb boneless ribeye steak
  • 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt, to taste
  • 6 ears fresh corn
  • 2 cups buttermilk
  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 1/2 cup all
  • purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 tbsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup honey

Instructions

  1. In a shallow dish or zip top bag, combine Worcestershire sauce, olive oil, soy sauce, garlic, black pepper, paprika, brown sugar, onion powder, thyme, cayenne pepper (if using), and salt. Mix well to create the steak marinade.
  2. Trim any excess fat from the ribeye steak and cut into 1 inch thick slices. Place the steak slices in the marinade, ensuring they are evenly coated. Marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium high heat (approximately 400°F). Remove steak from marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Grill steaks to desired doneness, about 4 6 minutes per side for medium rare. Let the steaks rest for a few minutes before slicing.
  4. While the steaks are grilling, prepare the cornbread pudding batter. In a large bowl, whisk together buttermilk, cornmeal, all purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and eggs until well combined. Gradually stir in melted butter. Set aside to rest for 15 minutes.
  5. Place corn on the grill, cooking for about 8 10 minutes or until tender and slightly charred. Remove from grill and let cool. Cut kernels off cobs and add to cornbread batter. Stir in honey.
  6. Pour the cornbread batter into a greased baking dish and bake at 375°F for 20 25 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool slightly before serving.

Chef’s Insight

To add even more smoke and sizzle to the dish, consider wrapping the marinated steaks in foil packets and grilling over indirect heat, then finishing them on the grill grates for that perfect char.

Notes

For a complete Southern Grill Dinner experience, pair this dish with your favorite coleslaw and a refreshing glass of sweet tea.

Cultural or Historical Background

This recipe draws inspiration from the Southern culinary tradition of pairing rich, flavorful steak with cornbread, a staple in many American homes. The addition of honey and buttermilk to the cornbread pudding creates an extra special touch.