Wood-Fired Surf & Turf

Built for more than pizza. Rasheed Philips fires up steak and prawns in Dome XL (Gen 2). Perfect sear, wood-fired flavor - surf and turf taken to another level.

Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
15-30 minutes + 10 minute rest time
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Ingredients

Serves
4

For the steak

  • 1 tomahawk ribeye steak (1.1–1.4kg, at least 5cm thick)
  • 2 tbsp coarse kosher salt
  • 1 tbsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp ground mustard
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or Dijon mustard (to bind) 

For the prawns

  • 450g large prawns, peeled and deveined (tail-on optional)
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil or ghee
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
  • 1–2 serrano or Thai chillies, thinly sliced (optional, for heat) 

For the curry spice blend

  • 1 tbsp yellow curry powder
  • 1 tsp ground turmeric
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp sweet paprika
  • ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional) 

To finish the prawns

  • 180ml full-fat coconut milk or heavy cream
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • Juice of ½ lemon
  • Salt, to taste
  • A handful of fresh cilantro, chopped 

For finishing the steak

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 garlic cloves, smashed
  • 1–2 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 1–2 sprigs fresh thyme 

To serve

  • Cooked basmati rice or naan 

Recommended Equipment

Instructions

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Step 1

Preheat the oven to 345–370°C / 650–700°F with a wood fire. Place a cast iron pan in the oven to heat through.

Step 2

Prepare the steak by patting it dry and tying with butcher’s twine if needed. Combine the dry seasonings and coat the steak thoroughly using olive oil or mustard as a binder.

Step 3

Sear the steak in the hot cast iron pan. Start with the fat cap to render the fat, then sear for 2–3 minutes per side until deeply browned.

Step 4

Rest the steak for 10 minutes while you move on to the prawns.

Step 5

Cook the prawns by adding oil or ghee to the same or a fresh cast iron pan. Add chopped onion and sauté for 2–3 minutes until soft.

Step 6

Build flavour by adding the garlic, ginger, and chillies (if using). Cook for 30 seconds, then pour in the coconut milk and return to the oven for 1 minute. Stir in the spices to bloom.

Step 7

Finish the prawns by adding them to the pan and tossing to coat. Cook for 2–3 minutes until they just begin to turn pink. Add the lemon zest and juice, season with salt, and simmer for 1–2 minutes until thickened.

Step 8

Finish the steak by moving it to a cooler zone of the oven. Add butter, garlic, rosemary, and thyme to the pan. Baste and flip for 4–8 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 52°C / 125°F for medium-rare.

Step 9

To serve, slice the tomahawk thickly against the grain and plate alongside the curried prawns. Spoon the prawns and sauce over basmati rice or naan, and garnish with lemon juice and fresh cilantro. Enjoy!

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Rasheed Phillips

Fire Chef

United States

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