Herb Butter Steak Sandwich with Melted Havarti and Caramelized Onions Recipe
This Steak Sandwich recipe offers a savory, satisfying meal with tender, thinly sliced steak, caramelized onions, melted Havarti cheese, and a flavorful homemade herb butter spread on a crusty baguette. Perfect for a hearty lunch or casual dinner, it combines quick stovetop cooking with a final broiling step to achieve bubbly, melted cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Herb Butter
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter (softened)
- 1 tbsp fresh dill (diced)
- 3 garlic cloves (crushed)
Steak Sandwich
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1 lb steak
- 1 tbsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1 large yellow onion (sliced into half rings)
- 4 slices Havarti cheese
- 1 baguette (sliced lengthwise)
Instructions
- Prepare Herb Butter: In a bowl, combine the softened unsalted butter with crushed garlic and diced fresh dill. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are well incorporated and the mixture has a smooth consistency. Set aside for later use.
- Slice the Steak: Place the steak in the freezer for a few minutes to firm it up, which makes slicing easier. Then, slice the steak into thin strips against the grain for tenderness.
- Cook the Steak: Heat a skillet over high heat and add 1 tablespoon of oil. Once hot, add the sliced steak and season generously with salt. Cook the steak strips just until they turn golden brown, then remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Onions: Using the same skillet, add the sliced onions and sauté over medium-high heat until they become golden brown and caramelized. Remove the onions from the skillet and set aside.
- Assemble the Sandwich: Slice the baguette lengthwise and spread the prepared herb butter evenly over both sides of the bread. Layer the cooked steak strips evenly on the bottom half, followed by the caramelized onions. Top with slices of Havarti cheese.
- Broil the Sandwich: Keep the sandwich open-faced and place it under the broiler for about 2 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and fully melted.
- Serve: Remove the sandwich from the broiler and serve immediately while warm to enjoy the combination of flavors and textures at their best.
Notes
- Freezing the steak for a few minutes before slicing helps achieve thin, even slices.
- Adjust salt quantity based on personal preference and dietary needs.
- If you don’t have a broiler, you can melt the cheese in a hot oven or with a kitchen torch carefully.
- Havarti cheese can be substituted with other melty cheeses like Swiss or provolone.
- For extra flavor, you can add mustard or mayonnaise to the sandwich before assembling.
Keywords: steak sandwich, herb butter, caramelized onions, Havarti cheese, quick steak recipe, easy sandwich