Flat Iron Steak with Caramelised Shallots & Vine Tomatoes

Ingredients

• 2 flat iron steaks (150g each), fat trimmed
• 4 shallots, halved
• 200g vine tomatoes
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 2 sprigs fresh thyme
• 1 clove garlic, crushed
• Salt and pepper
• Rocket leaves for serving

Method

1. 1Remove steaks from fridge 30 minutes before cooking. Season well.
2. 2Heat half the oil in an ovenproof pan. Add shallots cut-side down.
3. 3Cook for 5 minutes until caramelised. Add tomatoes, thyme, and garlic.
4. 4Transfer to oven at 180°C/160°C fan/Gas 4 for 10 minutes.
5. 5Meanwhile, heat remaining oil in a heavy pan until smoking.
6. 6Cook steaks for 2-3 minutes each side for medium-rare.
7. 7Rest steaks for 5 minutes.
8. 8Drizzle shallots and tomatoes with balsamic.
9. 9Slice steak against the grain and serve with vegetables and rocket.