Spicy Ostrich Steak Recipe

POSTED AT 13:35 on 21st June 2007

I had Ostrich for the first time today and had a little difficulty finding any good recipes online, so here is my own - spicy Ostrich steak recipe.

Ingredients
Ostrich steaks
Coarse black pepper
1 red chili
2-3 tbsp Olive Oil
1 clove garlic
Half a lemon

Method

Liberally cover the ostrich in black pepper - front and back.
Lightly pour olive oil over the ostrich.
Add a finely chopped chili. Remove the seeds first if your not a big fan of heat.
Add the roughly cut clove of garlic.
Mix everything together and ensure both sides of the ostrich are covered.
Add a squeeze of fresh lemon over the top of the steaks.
Let the ostrich rest for 15-30 mins (ostrich absorbs flavors quickly, so don’t leave too long).
Heat up a griddle pan until hot and cook the steaks for 2-3 mins on each side or until medium rare at most. Since ostrich is a very lean meat it will dry out quickly and so you don’t want to overcook.
Leave to rest for a few mins and serve.