Contemporary Peppered Chopped Steak

By nperry1006

Ingredients

• 4 oz lean ground beef
• 3 tbp cooked brown rice
• 5 tsp minced fresh parsley, divided
• 1/8 tsp salt
• 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• olive oil spray
• 1/2 cup thin sweet onion rings
• 1/3 cup 100% grape juice
• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar

Preparation

Step 1

In a medium bowl, mix beef, rice, 4 teaspoons parsley and salt until well combined. Form into a 1" thick oval patty. Season with pepper, pressing it into the patty on all sides.

Place a small nonstick skillet over high heat. When it's hot, lightly mist the skillet with spray and add the patty. Cook for 2-4 minutes per side, or until the outside browns and the inside is very slightly less done than desired. Place the steak on a plate and cover to keep warm.

Reduce the heat to medium and respray the pan. Add onions and cook for about 5 minutes, or until tender. Add grape juice and vinegar and return the heat to high. Boil for 4-5 minutes, or until only about 1/4 cup of the liquid remains.

Spoon the onions and sauce over the steak. Sprinkle with remaining parsley. Serve immediately.