Lunch: Grilled Hanger Steak with Kimchi-Apple Slaw

Recipe by Judy Joo Chef and TV personality Judy Joo marinates juicy hanger steak in a potent soy-and-sesame-oil marinade that works in just 15 minutes. The meat needs less than 10 minutes on the grill.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Sesame Seeds, Apple Cider Vinegar, Kimchi

Health and fertility benefits of Grilled Hanger Steak with Kimchi-Apple Slaw

Sesame seeds help with progesterone balance. Lignans found in in sesame seeds help to prevent excess estrogen production. Apple cider vinegar will improve your body's sensitivity to insulin (Reference: http://care.diabetesjournals.org/content/27/1/281.full) Besides beneficial bacteria, kimchi is also a great source of beta-carotene, calcium, iron and vitamins A, C, B1 and B2. Kimchi and is full of probiotics which balance our pH level and ward off yeast infections and UTIs.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons canola oil, plus more for grilling
3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon sugar
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
1 tablespoon finely grated ginger
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 shallot, minced
Kosher salt
Pepper
2 pounds hanger steak
1/3 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
1 small Granny Smith apple, peeled and julienned
1 small cucumber, julienned
1 cup cabbage kimchi with juices, chopped
Sesame seeds, for garnish
Sliced scallion, for garnish

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine the canola oil and 3 tablespoons of the sugar with the soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, garlic and shallot; season with salt and pepper. Add the steak and let stand for 15 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise with the vinegar and remaining 1 teaspoon of sugar. Stir in the apple, cucumber and kimchi; season with salt and chill.
Light a grill and oil the grate. Grill the steak over moderate heat until charred and medium-rare within, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes.
Thinly slice the steak, top with sesame seeds and scallion and serve with the slaw.

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