Name: Rib-Eye Steaks with Harissa-Style Relish
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: Makes 4 main-course servings
Ingredients: 1 garlic clove; 1 teaspoon cumin seeds; 1/2 teaspoon coriander seeds; 1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds; 1 cup drained bottled roasted red peppers (from a 7-oz jar), rinsed well, patted dry, and finely chopped; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 3/4 to 1 teaspoon dried hot red-pepper flakes; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 2 lb (3/4- to 1-inch-thick) boneless rib-eye steaks; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; an electric coffee/spice grinder

Rib-Eye Steaks with Harissa-Style RelishRomulo Yanes

A common accompaniment to couscous, this fiery harissa-style relish is all you need to jump-start a simple steak dinner.

Cooks' note:

If you aren't able to grill outdoors, steaks can be cooked in a hot, lightly oiled well-seasoned large (2 burner) ridged grill pan over moderately high heat, turning over once, 10 to 12 minutes total.

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