Spiced and Grilled Steaks With Citrus Chutney

A luxurious dish featuring hanger steaks coated in a complex coffee-cocoa-coriander rub, grilled to perfection and served with a tangy homemade citrus chutney made from grapefruit and kumquats.

4 servings
1 hr 30 min

Ingredients

  • ½ whole grapefruit, thinly sliced, seeds removed
  • 8 ounces kumquats, sliced, seeds removed
  • 1 whole shallot, finely chopped
  • cup sugar
  • teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon Champagne vinegar or white wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons coriander seeds
  • 2 tablespoons ground coffee
  • 2 tablespoons kosher salt
  • 4 teaspoons light brown sugar
  • 4 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
  • 2 whole hanger steaks
  • 1 piece spice mill or mortar and pestle

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Bring grapefruit, kumquats, shallot, sugar, salt, and 1/4 cup water to a simmer in a small saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally and lowering heat if needed, until citrus is soft and liquid is syrupy, 45-60 minutes. Stir in vinegar and let cool. Cover and chill.

    60 min

  2. 2.

    Toast coriander seeds in a small skillet over medium heat, tossing occasionally, until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Let cool, then finely grind in spice mill or mortar and pestle. Mix ground coriander, coffee, salt, brown sugar, cocoa powder, and pepper in a small bowl.

    10 min

  3. 3.

    Prepare a grill for medium-high heat; lightly oil grate. Season steaks generously with rub (you'll have some left over). Grill steaks, turning occasionally, until lightly charred and cooked to desired doneness, 8-10 minutes for medium-rare. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest 10 minutes, then slice against the grain. Serve with citrus chutney.

    20 min

  4. 4.

    Chutney can be made 1 week ahead. Keep chilled. Rub can be made 1 day ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.