Chipotle Steak with Collard Greens

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
2. 2
   Mix the chile powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; rub on the steak.
3. 3
   Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
4. 4
   Add 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, then add the steak; sear 3 minutes per side.
5. 5
   Transfer the skillet to the oven and cook until a meat thermometer inserted sideways into the steak registers 135 degrees F for medium rare, 15 to 20 minutes.
6. 6
   Transfer the steak to a cutting board.
7. 7
   Meanwhile, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a medium skillet over medium heat.
8. 8
   Add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring, until soft, 5 minutes.
9. 9
   Add the collard greens and 1/2 cup water and cook, stirring occasionally, until warmed through, 10 minutes.
10. 10
    Add 1 tablespoon vinegar, and salt and pepper to taste.
11. 11
    Whisk the ketchup, the remaining 3 tablespoons vinegar, the honey, Worcestershire sauce, mustard and 1/2 cup water in a bowl. Return the cast-iron skillet to medium-high heat; add the ketchup mixture and cook until thickened, 3 to 5 minutes. Slice the steak against the grain.
12. 12
    Serve with the sauce and collard greens.
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    Photograph by Antonis Achilleos