Steak, Burrata, and Grilled Jalapeño Crostini

Name: Steak and Burrata Crostini with Grilled Jalapeño Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 jalapeños; 1/4 small onion; 2 cloves garlic; 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped; 1 tbsp white wine vinegar; 2 tbsp water; 1 tbsp lime juice; salt, to taste; black pepper, to taste; 1 baguette, sliced; 2 tbsp olive oil; 8 oz steak, such as filet mignon or sirloin; 8 oz burrata cheese; flaky sea salt, for finishing; Fresh parsley, for garnish

This steak and burrata crostini features grilled baguette slices topped with creamy burrata cheese and seared steak, finished with a zesty homemade grilled jalapeño sauce that brings bold heat and brightness to every bite.

🌍American 🏷️Crostini 🏷️Steak 🏷️Burrata 🏷️Jalapeno Appetizer

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Total

25 min

Servings

4

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$28–$46

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

3 jalapeños
1/4 small onion
2 cloves garlic
1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
1 tbsp white wine vinegar
2 tbsp water
1 tbsp lime juice
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste
1 baguette, sliced
2 tbsp olive oil
8 oz steak, such as filet mignon or sirloin
8 oz burrata cheese
flaky sea salt, for finishingoptional
Fresh parsley, for garnishoptional

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Instructions

1
Grill the jalapeños and onion until charred on all sides.
2
In a blender, combine the grilled jalapeños, onion, garlic, chopped cilantro, vinegar, water, and lime juice.
3
Season with salt and pepper, then blend until the sauce is smooth.
4
Transfer the jalapeño sauce to a container or squeeze bottle and set aside.
5
Slice the baguette, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
6
Grill the baguette slices until toasted and golden brown on both sides.
7
Grill the steak to your desired doneness. The creator recommends medium-rare.
8
Let the steak rest for a few minutes before slicing it thinly against the grain.
9
To assemble, spread a layer of burrata cheese on each toasted baguette slice.
10
Top with a slice of grilled steak and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt.
11
Finish with a drizzle of the homemade jalapeño hot sauce and a parsley leaf for garnish, if using.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Grill the jalapeños whole over high heat until charred and blistered (3–4 minutes per side) to deepen their smoky flavor before blending into the sauce.
Slice the steak thin (1/4 inch) against the grain after resting to maximize tenderness and ensure it doesn't overpower the delicate burrata.
Toast crostini just before assembly to maintain crispness—soggy bread will collapse under the toppings.
Balance the heat by tasting the jalapeño sauce as you blend; adjust lime juice and water to reach your preferred heat level and consistency.

Substitutions

Jalapeños → Serranos (hotter, thinner skin) or poblanos (milder, earthier)
Burrata → Fresh mozzarella or whipped ricotta (holds shape better if serving buffet-style)
Steak → Grilled flank, skirt, or sliced ribeye (use the same thickness and cooking method)
White wine vinegar → Sherry vinegar or apple cider vinegar (maintain 1 tbsp ratio)

Storage & make-ahead

Assemble crostini within 1 hour of serving. Store grilled baguette in an airtight container for up to 2 days; sauce keeps refrigerated for 3 days. Toast bread fresh before plating.