17 Juicy Steak Recipes That Pack A Punch Grab your fork and steak knife: These recipes are here just in time for steak night. By Southern Living Editors Southern Living Editors Since 1966, the editors of Southern Living have been carrying out the mission of the brand: to bring enjoyment, fulfillment, and inspiration to our readers by celebrating life in the South. We inspire creativity in their homes, their kitchens, their gardens, and their personal style. We are a friend they can trust, a guide to the seasons, a helping hand during the holidays, and a relentless champion of the Southern way of life. Southern Living's editorial guidelines and Jorie Nicole McDonald Jorie Nicole McDonald Jorie Nicole McDonald leads editorial video efforts for Southern Living. Originally from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, she creates engaging visual content for the website and various social media platforms. Southern Living's editorial guidelines Updated on June 28, 2025 Close Credit: Antonis Achilleos; Prop Stylist: Lydia Purcell; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn A classic dinner almost always has one thing: steak. Steak recipes are perfect for date night, family functions, dinner parties to just your average Sunday supper. From frying it up in your cast iron to smothering it in gravy, let’s just say that we Southerners know how to do it right. Whether you enjoy your steak medium rare or well done, there is a recipe on this list for you. We’ll also share with you a few of our favorite steak-cooking tricks to help ensure that every bite of steak melts in your mouth. 43 Delicious Side Dishes For Your Steak Dinner 01 of 17 Flank Steak Marinade Credit: Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox This flank steak is perfect for a weeknight since you marinate it the night before. Adobo sauce gives it heat, and honey and lime give it sweet citrus flavor. Get The Recipe Save 02 of 17 Sirloin Tips Credit: Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox For a budget-friendly dinner option, consider sirloin tips. This versatile cut is flavorful, quick-cooking, and perfect for a satisfying steak dinner that won't break the bank. We finish ours with butter, garlic, and rosemary for a rich, aromatic finish. Get the Recipe Save 03 of 17 Cast-Iron Cowboy Steak Credit: Photo: Hector Sanchez This is the best way to cook a thick, juicy bone-in steak restaurant-style without smoking up the house. Use your grill to heat the cast-iron skillet; the skillet surface area promotes a more assertive flavor and better sear than grill grates, yielding a steak with the proper steak house crust. Get The Recipe Save 04 of 17 Spice-Rubbed Flank Steak With Corn-Chile Relish Credit: James Ransom, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley This tender steak is perfect for the summer when corn is abundant and in season. The steak is rubbed in a blend of chili powder, cumin, and coriander, plus a little brown sugar for a little bit of contrasting sweetness. The corn relish is flavored with lime juice and jalapenos for an ideal kick. Get The Recipe Save 05 of 17 Steak Frites Credit: Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox A short ingredient list and just 35 minutes is all it takes to make steak frites. Don't be surprised if this mouthwatering steak dinner with fries becomes a highly-requested meal. Get The Recipe Save 06 of 17 Steak Diane Credit: Jen Causey; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Stylist: Caleb Clarke If you're looking for a traditional steak dinner, you can't get much better than serving up Steak Diane. Originating in London, Steak Diane is a pan-seared steak topped with a flambéed cream and cognac sauce, that became a staple dish in the 1960s and 1970s across the United States. Get The Recipe Save 07 of 17 Chile-Lime Steak Skewers With Coconut-Cilantro Sauce Credit: James Ransom, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley These steak kebabs are marinated in an easy garlic, Fresno chile, coconut cream, and cilantro-lime sauce for four to 12 hours to really ensure each piece of steak is infused with flavor. For a side dish, serve with our grilled corn salad, which is easy to throw together when the grill is still hot. Get The Recipe Save 08 of 17 Cast-Iron Steak Salad Credit: Antonis Achilleos; Prop Stylist: Lydia Purcell; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn Believe it or not, the first step to this Cast-Iron Steak Salad takes you to the microwave. It gets those potatoes tender and then the recipes take just 30 minutes to come together. Get The Recipe Save 09 of 17 Grilled Flank Steak With Chimichurri Credit: Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn; Prop Stylist: Christine Keely For a lighter-side dinner that's full of flavor, try this grilled flank steak doused in a herbal chimichurri sauce, which is made up of cilantro, parsley, vinegar, oregano, garlic, and anchovies (which are totally optional!) The steak marinates in the sauce for at least four hours before hitting the grill. Get The Recipe Save 10 of 17 Pan-Seared Flank Steak with Herb Sauce Credit: Greg DuPree; Food Styling: Rishon Hanners; Prop Styling: Christina Daley This weeknight dinner might just convince the kiddos to eat all their veggies with a little help from this delightful herb sauce. Yes, this sauce is great on meat, but you can stretch it to cover potatoes and vegetables easily. Get The Recipe Save 11 of 17 Steak Taco Salad Credit: Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn; Prop Stylist: Christina Daley This steak taco salad is a delicious, satisfying, and healthy meal for the entire family. Alongside steak, the bowl is filled with a myriad of fresh ingredients, including, grilled corn, tomatoes, crumbled tortilla chips, creamy avocado, and shredded cheese. Get The Recipe Save 12 of 17 Beef Fajitas Credit: Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist Christine Kelly This Tex-Mex take on a classic dish might just become your new favorite steak supper. The bold marinade packs the meat with unforgettable flavor. Get The Recipe Save 13 of 17 Bourbon- And Cola-Glazed Steak Kebabs Credit: Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn; Prop Stylist: Christine Keely We took a note from the classic cocktail and transformed it into a sweet glaze that makes each bite of these steak kebabs heavenly. We pair these kebabs with a smashed cucumber salad for a refreshing crunch but feel free to get creative with sides. Get The Recipe Save 14 of 17 Smothered Steaks With Mushroom Sauce Credit: Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely This 30-minute steak recipe is for those who want all the flavor, yet don't want to spend a lot of time on it. You won't even have to wait for the steaks to marinate, as the mushroom sauce that blankets each filet gives all the flavor you desire. Serve with mashed potatoes or a loaded baked potato and your veggie of choice. Get The Recipe Save 15 of 17 Pepper-Stuffed Grilled Flank Steak Credit: James Ransom, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley A ribbon of roasted and pickled peppers, creamy provolone, and fresh basil is strung throughout this tender flank steak, making each bite packed with flavor. And though it looks fancy, it comes together in just an hour, making it casual enough for a tasty weeknight dinner. Get The Recipe Save 16 of 17 Pepper Steak Credit: Southern Living Sometimes simplicity is key, and this recipe calls for three basic ingredients that pair beautifully together: steak, peppers, and rice. This dinner can be made in advance to feed your family for a whole week. Get The Recipe Save 17 of 17 Country-Fried Steak Credit: Southern Living Country-fried steak is one recipe that could have songs written about it. You'd be hard-pressed to find a Southerner who doesn't crave this nostalgic dish. Get The Recipe Save Explore more: Food and Recipes Entertaining Ideas & Tips Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit