Mediterranean Black Garlic Butter Steak & Brie Croissant Melt

The Mediterranean Black Garlic Butter Steak & Brie Croissant Melt has a rich and buttery texture. We prepare this croissant melt with tender beef steak, black garlic paste, unsalted butter, flaky croissants, creamy Brie cheese, olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, dried oregano, and fresh parsley. This croissant melt contains approximately 680 calories and 35 grams of protein. We prepare this croissant melt in about 30 minutes. We recommend serving it fresh right after baking for the best flaky texture and melty cheese experience. You can serve this croissant melt with Mediterranean Greek Salad, Garlic Parmesan Fries, Creamy Tomato Basil Soup, Roasted Vegetables, or Pickled Cucumber Salad.

STATS:

• Course: Main Course, Gourmet Sandwich
• Calories: 680 kcal
• Diet: Non-vegetarian, Mediterranean
• Prep time: 15 minutes
• Cuisine: Mediterranean
• Cook time: 18 minutes
• Portion size: 1 croissant melt
• Cooking mode: Stovetop, Oven
• Total servings: 2
• Total time: 33 minutes

TOOLS:

• Skillet
• Baking tray
• Oven
• Knife
• Chopping board
• Bowl
• Tongs
• Brush

INGREDIENTS:

• Two croissants
• 250 g beef steak
• 2 tbsp. black garlic paste
• 3 tbsp butter
• 6 slices of Brie cheese
• 1 tsp olive oil
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp oregano
• 1 tbsp parsley
• ½ tsp black pepper
• One small garlic clove

INGREDIENT NOTES:

BEEF STEAK:

• In order to give this croissant melt a soft bite and juicy protein, we use sirloin steak. Alternatives include portobello mushrooms, turkey pieces, or chicken breast.

GARLIC PASTE BLACK:

• To provide a deep and umami flavor, we utilize black garlic paste. Another option is to use roasted garlic combined with balsamic glaze or honey.

BRIE CHEESE:

• To achieve a mild and creamy texture, we use Brie cheese. Alternatively, you might use provolone, mozzarella, or camembert.

CROISSANTS:

• Croissants provide a crisp texture and buttery foundation for the filling. You can also use a puff pastry sandwich base, a baguette, or a brioche bun.

BUTTER:

• Butter is used to improve the steak and sauce’s overall flavor depth. Alternatively, you can use plant butter flavored with garlic or olive oil.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. We preheat the olive oil in a pan.
2. Garnish the steak slices with pepper, oregano, and salt.
3. Slowly cook the steak till brown but remain softer, for almost three minutes.
4. Bring them out and put them aside.
5. Heat the butter and include black garlic paste in a similar skillet.
6. Whisk till become fragrant.
7. Put the steak back in a skillet.
8. Coat it perfectly in the black garlic butter.
9. Without cutting all the way through, cut croissants horizontally.
10. Distribute a thin layer of Dijon mustard inside.
11. Equally, make a layer of steak in the croissants.
12. Include slices of Brie cheese on the surface.
13. Bake till croissants become crispy and cheese is melted, for almost seven minutes at 180°Celcius.
14. Serve this croissant melt hot with parsley.

TIPS:

• Include caramelized onions for an additional sweet taste.
• Avoid cooking the steak for an extra time, so it will stay juicy.
• Gently heat the croissants and then assemble them for a perfect texture.
• Leave Brie to rest at a neutral temperature and then utilize it for a smooth and melty texture.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

FRESH & LIGHT SIDES:

• Mediterranean Greek Salad
• Cucumber Tomato Feta Salad
• Lemon Herb Quinoa Salad
• Arugula Avocado Salad
• Pickled Red Onion Slaw

HOT SIDES:

• Garlic Parmesan Fries
• Roasted Herb Potato Wedges
• Creamy Mashed Potatoes
• Sweet Potato Fries
• Buttered Corn on the Cob

SOUPS:

• Creamy Tomato Basil
• Roasted Garlic Mushroom
• Mediterranean Lentil
• Chicken Vegetable
• Butternut Squash

DIPS & SMALL BITES:

• Garlic Aioli Dip
• Hummus with Olive Oil Drizzle
• Tzatziki Sauce Bowl
• Olive Tapenade Crostini
• Roasted Red Pepper Dip

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• Store each cooked steak separately in a covered box for nearly three days.

FREEZER:

• Store the cooked steak for only one month.

FAQs:

May we utilize already-cooked steak?

• Yes, you can heat the pre-cooked steak in the butter and then assemble it.

Could we utilize a different cheese as an alternative to Brie?

• Yes, you can use Camembert or mozzarella cheese instead.

Will we prepare this croissant melt by air-frying?

• Yes, you may air-fry this croissant melt at 180°C for nearly four minutes, or till it is melted and crispier.

NUTRITIONAL FACTS:

Calories: 680 kcal

Sodium: 620 mg

Net carbs: 38 g

Fiber: 2 g

Sugar: 6 g

Fats: 42 g

Proteins: 35 g

Portion Size: 1 croissant melt

Total carbs: 40 g