Description
Finger Steaks are a crispy, deep-fried steak appetizer that’s been Idaho’s best-kept secret—until now! These juicy steak fingers, paired with a tangy chimichurri mayo, offer a South American flair with every bite. Perfect for your next gathering or a fun snack, they’re quick to make, flavorful, and absolutely irresistible!
Ingredients
- 1 pound sirloin (or cube) steak
Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
2 cups Panko breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
4 large eggs
Canola oil, for frying
For the Chimichurri Mayo:
1 cup fresh parsley
2 tablespoons fresh oregano
2 garlic cloves
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or to taste)
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon lime juice
Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup mayo
Instructions
Cut the sirloin steak into ½-inch wide strips, about 3 to 4 inches long. Season with salt and pepper, then set aside. In a bowl, combine Panko breadcrumbs, paprika, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix well. Beat the eggs in a separate bowl, adding a bit of salt and pepper. Using one wet hand and one dry hand, dip each steak strip into the beaten eggs, letting the excess drip off, then roll the strip in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing to coat thoroughly. Place coated strips on a plate. Heat about 4 cups of oil in a large Dutch Oven to between 350ºF and 375ºF. Fry the steak strips in batches, about 5 or 6 at a time, turning as needed, until golden and crispy. Remove the finger steaks to a paper towel-lined plate or a cooling rack to drain excess oil. Repeat the process until all finger steaks are fried. Serve immediately with the chimichurri mayo dipping sauce. To make the chimichurri mayo: blend parsley, oregano, garlic, red pepper flakes, red wine vinegar, lime juice, olive oil, and mayo until smooth. Season to taste.
Notes
For extra crispy texture, chill the breaded strips in the fridge for 15 minutes before frying. Cube steak is a budget-friendly option, but sirloin provides a more tender result. Chimichurri mayo can be made ahead and refrigerated up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 26g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 195mg