Grilled Steak with Mocha Mousse
A smoky, grilled steak meets an indulgent, velvety mocha mousse—this daring combination delivers an unforgettable flavor experience.
Ingredients
- For the Grilled Steak:
- Steak ribeye or sirloin – 4 steaks, 1 inch thick
- Olive oil – 2 tbsp
- Garlic minced – 2 cloves
- Rosemary – 1 sprig finely chopped
- Salt and black pepper – to taste
- For the Mocha Mousse:
- Heavy cream – 1 cup
- Bittersweet chocolate – 4 oz chopped
- Instant coffee granules – 1 tbsp
- Sugar – ¼ cup
- Egg yolks – 3
- Vanilla extract – 1 tsp
Instructions
- For the Grilled Steak:
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Brush steaks with olive oil and season generously with garlic, rosemary, salt, and black pepper.
- Grill steaks for 4-6 minutes per side, depending on desired doneness.
- Let the steaks rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- For the Mocha Mousse:
- Melt chocolate in a double boiler or microwave, stirring until smooth.
- Dissolve coffee granules in 1 tbsp of hot water and stir into the melted chocolate.
- In a separate bowl, whisk egg yolks and sugar until thick.
- Gradually fold in the chocolate mixture to the egg mixture.
- Whisk heavy cream in another bowl until stiff peaks form, then fold into the chocolate mixture.
- Spoon mousse into serving dishes and chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving)
Calories: 650Total Fat: 45g
Saturated Fat: 20g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 45g
Vitamins and Minerals (per serving)
- Vitamin B12 – 20%
- Iron – 15%
- Calcium – 10%
- Magnesium – 8%
- Vitamin A – 6%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor for the Recipe
- For a deeper flavor, marinate the steaks with coffee and rosemary overnight.
- Use dark chocolate in the mousse for an even richer taste.
- If you prefer your mousse extra smooth, strain the mixture before chilling it.
- For extra decadence, serve with a light drizzle of balsamic glaze on the steak.