Cajun Steak With Charred Tomato Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 grated lemons, zest of
4 garlic cloves
1 teaspoon black peppercorns
1 teaspoon cumin seed
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon coarse salt
600 g sirloin steaks
FOR THE CHARRED TOMATO SALAD
6 large plum tomatoes
100 g fresh coriander
50 g of fresh mint
2 red onions, finely chopped
2 green chilies, finely chopped
4 teaspoons olive oil
1 lemon, juice of
salt & freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

Using a pestle and mortar, grind the lemon zest, garlic, peppercorns and cumin seeds together until well blended. Add the oregano, cayenne and salt and grind again.
Rub the mixture into the meat and set aside for and hour or two. Meanwhile, halve the tomatoes lengthways and place on the barbecue, cut sides down, for 5-8 minutes until softened and a little charred.
Finely chop the herbs and mix with the tomatoes, onion, chilli, oil and lemon juice; season well to taste.
Barbecue the steaks for 3-4 minutes on each side. Serve with the charred tomatoes and leafy green salad.