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Carpetbag Steak

Carpetbag steak is a uniquely Australian dish that was first popularised in Sydney around 1950.

Ingredients

  • 1 Scotch fillet steak (thickly-cut)
  • Salt (optional) (optional)
  • Ground black pepper (optional) (optional)
  • Cayenne pepper (optional) (optional)
  • Lemon juice (optional) (optional)
  • Olive oil (optional) (optional)
  • 3–4 oysters
  • Worcestershire sauce
  • Limes (optional) (optional)
  • Shredded cheese (optional) (optional)

Instructions

  1. 1
    Cut a small pocket, approximately 6 cm (2.5 inches) in length and about the same depth, in the edge of the thick steak.
  2. 2
    If desired, season the inside of the pocket with some of salt, pepper, cayenne pepper, lemon juice, and olive oil.
  3. 3
    Dip the oysters into the Worcestershire sauce, and then insert them in the pocket in the steak.
  4. 4
    If desired, add lime pulp or some shredded cheese into the pocket.
  5. 5
    Seal the pocket with a moistened skewer.
  6. 6
    Barbecue, grill, or broil the steak to your desired level of doneness. Alternatively, cook over a moderate heat in a heavy-based frying pan.
Category
Beverages
Method
Broiling
Cuisine
Australian

Dietary Information

Gluten Free

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