Barbecued T-bone steak with caramelised onions and kumera mash

Heat 1 tbsp each extra virgin olive oil and butter in a frying pan over medium heat. Cook 2 large red onions (thinly sliced), stirring often, for 4-5 minutes or until soft. Add 2 tbsp brown sugar, 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper, reduce heat to low and cook, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes or until onion is caramelised. Keep warm.

Boil 750g kumera (orange sweet potato, peeled and sliced) in lightly salted water over medium heat for 10 minutes or until tender. Drain and mash with ¼ cup skim milk and 1 tbsp butter.

Cook 4 T-bone steaks (about 400g each) on a hot barbecue for 3-4 minutes each side or until cooked to your liking. Rest meat for 5 minutes.

To serve 

Top steaks with onion and serve with mash and salad leaves on the side.

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