Tree Nut Free Whole30 Salsa Verde Steak and Eggs Plate
This is the kind of plate that makes a weekend morning feel like a serious occasion — smoky, spice-rubbed skirt steak seared to a deep crust, fried eggs with perfectly set whites, sweet-charred peppers and onions, and a bright, tangy salsa verde spooned over everything. The salsa is the real star here: tomatillos and jalapeños are simmered until tender, then blended with cilantro, lime, and garlic into something fresh and punchy that store-bought versions just can't touch. Skirt steak can be intimidating, but the method here is straightforward — a hot cast iron skillet, a simple spice rub of cumin and smoked paprika, and a five-minute rest before slicing against the grain makes it tender every time. Everything cooks in the same skillet, which keeps cleanup manageable and layers in flavor as you go. For anyone navigating tree nut concerns, this recipe is naturally free of that worry — every ingredient is whole and easy to verify, with no sauces, spice blends, or packaged shortcuts that might hide unexpected additions. Sliced avocado and a squeeze of fresh lime over the top round it all out into something that feels genuinely restaurant-worthy without leaving the house.
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4 servings
For the salsa verde
- 1 lb tomatillos (about 8–10 medium), husked and rinsed
- 2 jalapeños, stems removed
- 3 cloves garlic, unpeeled
- ½ white onion, roughly chopped
- ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves and tender stems
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- ½ tsp salt
For the steak
- 1 ½ lb skirt steak, cut into 4 portions
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
For the peppers and onions
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- ½ white onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- ¼ tsp salt
For the eggs
- 8 large eggs
- 1 tbsp ghee
- salt and pepper, to taste
For serving
- 1 avocado, sliced (optional)
- lime wedges (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the tomatillos, jalapeños, and unpeeled garlic cloves in a medium saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a steady simmer and cook for 8–10 minutes, until the tomatillos turn from bright green to a dull, olive-green color and are completely tender when pierced with a fork.
- 2
Drain the tomatillos, jalapeños, and garlic, discarding the cooking water. Peel the garlic cloves. Transfer everything to a blender along with the chopped onion, cilantro, lime juice, and 1/2 tsp salt. Blend on high for 20–30 seconds until smooth but with a little texture remaining. Taste and adjust salt. Set aside.
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