Smoky Paprika Steak Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients

12 oz beef sirloin steak
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 large red chili pepper
1 None lime, peel finely grated and lime juiced
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 cup plain yogurt
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 None cucumber, halved lengthwise and sliced on the diagonal
4 oz baby spinach leaves
None None Toasted pita bread, to serve

Preparation

Place steak in a dish. Pound 2 tbsp of the oil, chili pepper, lime peel, cumin, paprika and salt with a mortar and pestle to a paste. Rub on steak. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour.
For the dressing, combine yogurt, lime juice and garlic in a bowl. Season to taste. Refrigerate.
Heat remaining 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet on high heat. Cook steak 2-3 mins each side for medium-rare or until desired doneness. Let stand, loosely covered with foil, 5 mins.
Combine tomatoes, cucumber and spinach in a large bowl. Slice steak thinly and add to salad. Serve with dressing and pita bread.