Description
A flavorful grilled steak bowl featuring tender, marinated thinly sliced beef, perfectly grilled zucchini, and a creamy, tangy sauce made from mayonnaise, sour cream, fresh herbs, and lemon. Served over a bed of fluffy cooked rice, this dish combines smoky char from the grill with fresh, zesty elements for a balanced, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Steak and Vegetables
- 1 lb thinly sliced beef (flank steak, skirt steak, or ribeye)
- 2 medium zucchini, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Crema Sauce
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon chopped dill
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper
Base and Garnishes
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
- Chopped green onions, for garnish
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Marinate the Steak: In a bowl, combine the thinly sliced beef with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly to ensure each piece is well coated. Let the steak marinate for at least 30 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Grill Steak and Zucchini: Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Place the marinated steak slices on the grill and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until cooked through. At the same time, grill the zucchini slices until they become tender-crisp and develop nice grill marks.
- Prepare the Creamy Sauce: While the steak and zucchini are grilling, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, chopped dill, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl until the sauce is smooth and well combined.
- Assemble the Bowls: Begin by placing the cooked rice as the base in each bowl. Top with the grilled steak slices and zucchini. Drizzle the creamy sauce evenly over the top. Garnish with sesame seeds, chopped green onions, and fresh parsley for added flavor and visual appeal.
Notes
- Marinate the steak for longer if possible (up to 2 hours) for deeper flavor.
- If you don’t have a grill, a grill pan or cast-iron skillet over high heat works well to achieve the desired sear.
- You can substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter sauce.
- Cook the rice ahead of time to save prep time.
- Adjust seasonings in the sauce to taste, adding more lemon juice for extra tang.
