Grilled Steaks with Chipotle Butter and Feta Oregano Butter

As I walked through the grocery store with no idea of what I was going to make for dinner, I scanned the meat counter/aisle - walked away - went back - walked away - went back and finally decided on some steak.  By the time I arrived back home, I realized that I had not one good idea on what to do with said steaks.  I paced around the kitchen, I looked through recipes I have been wanting to make, I looked in the fridge and the pantry.... FINALLY, I decided on a simple grilled steak with a little compound butter as a compliment.

I decided to throw together two different types of butters.  I just couldn't decided on which I thought would be the best, so why limit ourselves, right?  The feta oregano butter ended up being my favorite.  Salty and tangy - it complimented the sweet vinegary flavor of the steak.  Don't get me wrong, the chipotle butter was fantastic too.  If I was every FORCED to say which was my favorite, the feta would be the one :)  Good thing I'm not being forced though!!

Grilled Steaks with Chipotle Butter and Feta Oregano Butter
Created by Jenn's Food Journey
Printable Recipe 
Ingredients:
1/4 cup pomegranate balsamic vinegar
2 Tablespoons olive oil
1 lb steak - whatever cut you choose (we had sirloins)
For the chipotle butter -
2 Tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
1 Tablespoon chipotle puree
1/2 teaspoon brown sugar
For the feta oregano butter -
2 Tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
1 Tablespoon feta cheese, crumbled
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon white pepper

Directions:
Mix together the vinegar and olive oil.  Place the steaks in a shallow dish or resealable bag.  Pour the marinade over it and let rest in the fridge for 2-4 hours.

Meanwhile, in separate bowls, mix together the ingredients for the compound butters.  Cover and place in refrigerator until about 30 minutes before you are ready to use.

Preheat grill to 375-400 degrees F.  Remove the steaks from the marinade and place directly over the fire.  Grill about 5-10 minutes per side, depending on desired doneness.  Remove from grill and allow to rest for 5 minutes.  Top with one dollop of each butter and allow to melt a bit!  Enjoy!

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