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Nutritional Values
720kcal
60gProtein
—Carbs
55gFat
—Fibre
500 gServing
* Per serving · 500 g. May vary.
Florentine Steak
How to order / say it
Say it
Bistecca alla Fiorentina — [bee-STEK-kah ah-lah fee-yohr-EN-tee-nah]
Order
I'd like the bistecca alla Fiorentina, please.
Locally
Vorrei la bistecca alla Fiorentina, per favore.
Say locally
T-bone steak grilled rare, seasoned with olive oil and salt.
Why try it?
Florentine steak is a symbol of Florentine culinary tradition, representing the simplicity and quality of local ingredients. It embodies the region's love for communal dining and hearty meals.
How it tastes
The steak has a charred crust with a juicy, tender interior, seasoned simply to highlight the beef’s natural flavor. It is typically served rare with a drizzle of high-quality olive oil.
Origin & History — first documented: 1850
Bistecca alla Fiorentina's origins date back to the Renaissance when Florence was a major cultural hub. The dish became iconic in the mid-19th century as locals celebrated festivals with grilled meat, establishing their preference for a shared steak.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 1 kg T-bone steak
- 🫒 30 ml Extra virgin olive oil
- 🧂 10 g Coarse salt
- 🧂 5 g Black pepper
- 🌿 5 g Rosemary
Method
- 1 Season the steak with coarse salt and black pepper.
- 2 Preheat a grill to high heat.
- 3 Place the steak on the grill and cook for about 5-7 minutes per side for rare.
- 4 Remove from heat, let rest for a few minutes, drizzle with olive oil, and garnish with rosemary.
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