Basque Ribeye with Tomato Piperade
Juicy pan-seared grass-fed ribeye, sweet summer tomato piperade, and golden potatoes make this a bold Basque-inspired steakhouse dinner for two at home.
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Ingredients
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Simple Truth® Natural Grass Fed Angus Beef Ribeye Steak1 steak, about 10 oz $24.99
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Fresh Large Hothouse Grown Premium Red Tomato12 oz, chopped $2.49
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Private Selection® Walla Walla Sweet Onions1/2 medium onion, thinly sliced $3.99
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Fresh Red Hothouse Bell Pepper1 pepper, thinly sliced $1.67
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Private Selection® Petite Red Gourmet Potatoes12 oz, halved or quartered $3.50
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Garlic2 cloves, minced $0.79
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Parsley2 tablespoons chopped $1.29
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Olive oil3 tablespoons, divided
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Smoked paprika1 teaspoon
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Red wine vinegar1 tablespoon
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Kosher saltto taste
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Black pepperto taste
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Crushed red pepper flakespinch, optional
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El Pensador Tempranillo 750 ml750 ml $9.99
Instructions
- Pat the ribeye very dry, season generously with salt and black pepper, and let it sit at room temperature while you prep; halve or quarter the potatoes, thinly slice the Walla Walla onion and bell pepper, chop the tomato, mince the garlic, and chop the parsley.
- Put the potatoes in a saucepan, cover with cold salted water, bring to a boil, and cook until just tender, 10 to 12 minutes; drain well, return them to the warm empty pan for 1 minute to steam-dry, then toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika.
- While the potatoes boil, heat a heavy skillet over medium-high heat, add 1 tablespoon olive oil, and sear the ribeye 3 to 4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until the thickest part reaches about 130°F; transfer to a cutting board and rest at least 8 minutes.
- Start crisping the drained potatoes cut-side down in a second skillet over medium-high heat while the steak rests; cook 10 to 12 minutes, turning occasionally, until deeply golden and hot, then keep over low heat until serving.
- In the steak skillet, reduce heat to medium and add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil if the pan looks dry; add the onion and bell pepper with a pinch of salt and cook 5 to 6 minutes, scraping up the beef fond, until softened.
- Stir in the garlic, remaining 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, and optional red pepper flakes for 30 seconds, then add the chopped tomato and cook 6 to 8 minutes until juicy and lightly thickened; stir in the red wine vinegar and half the parsley.
- Slice the rested ribeye against the grain and spoon any resting juices into the piperade; taste the piperade and adjust with salt, pepper, or a tiny splash more vinegar if needed.
- Plate the sliced ribeye with the warm tomato piperade spooned over or alongside, add the crisp potatoes, and finish with the remaining parsley.
Total time: 55 minutes
Estimated cost: About $35–$40 using listed sale ingredients plus pantry staples.
Health notes: Serves 2; about 620 calories per serving with high protein, moderate carbohydrates, and a balanced amount of fat for a steak dinner.
Drink pairing: Tempranillo complements the ribeye crust, sweet peppers, and tomato-vinegar brightness.
Wine picks:
- El Pensador Tempranillo 750 ml $9.99 750 ml
- Evodia Garnacha Red Blend Spanish Wine 750 ml $15.99 750 ml
Why it works: Two complementary Spanish reds: a classic Tempranillo to mirror the ribeye’s savory crust and cut the fat, plus a Garnacha-based blend for ripe red-fruit and spice that plays nicely with the sweet peppers, smoked paprika and tomato-vinegar brightness. Serve slightly below room temperature (60–64°F) and decant 20–30 minutes if you prefer softer tannins.