Rump steak?

[nect4r]

I'm going to cook rump steak tonight along with some chips (of course)..
However I need some ideas.
I'm not sure how to cook the actual steak - I know it's a cheap cut, so should I grill it or pan fry it? What would be the best method for medium-done?

Also I have some mushrooms, how should I cook them to serve with it? (I've never grilled mushrooms before *blush*)

Thanks :)

[Champagne]

Tenderise the meat first, as rump can be quite tough. You don't have to buy a tenderizer, just use your knuckles to 'knead' the meat.

To cook it, heat a frying pan until piping hot (no oil) and then add the steak (season as required). Turn ONCE only. If you want it rare 5 mins will do, if you want it medium/well done then up to 10 mins.

For the mushrooms, try baking them in the oven for about 15-20 mins in tinfoil with a knob of butter and plenty of freshly ground black pepper. Or better still, quarter them and cook in a saucepan with said butter/pepper but add sliced onion. Delicious!

Enjoy. x

[nect4r]

Thank you Champagne!

Do you mean 10 minutes for both sides (for medium done) or 10 mins for each side?

[country_boy]

i'd say Champagne prob meant overall cooking time, I'd slice and chuck the mushrooms in with the steak a few mins before the end. If you're having red wine with it, deglaze the pan at the end for a bit of sauce

[Champagne]

Overall cooking time.

The red wine at the end is a good idea. Keep the pan hot and throw in a splash of red wine and it should quickly reduce down to a syrupy texture.

[BigDogsWang]

Get yourself a cast iron Char Grill for that Restaurant looking result.