Discover the hidden gem of steak cuts with our grassfed Teres Major, nestled into a beautiful salad offering the perfect blend of indulgence and freshness. Known as the "butcher's secret," the teres major is prized for its incredible tenderness and rich, beefy flavor, rivaling filet mignon without the hefty price tag. Cut from the shoulder, this grassfed beauty sears up beautifully for a quick, protein-packed addition to your plate. Paired with crisp, juicy apples, crunchy candied pecans, salty parm, and a vibrant maple Dijon vinaigrette, this salad is a symphony of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. Whether you're looking for a nourishing lunch or a fresh satisfying dinner, this recipe is a steak lover’s dream! Find the teres major and many more exclusive craft cuts at our small town butcher shop – The 1915 Meatery – in Yorktown, TX or through our Blissful for Boneless box.

*Make the candied pecans and vinaigrette up to a week in advance for an ultra fast weeknight dinner – simply season and cook the steak and assemble salads!

INGREDIENTS

For the Vinaigrette – 

• 1/3 cup olive oil
• 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 Tbsp maple syrup
• 1 Tbsp dijon mustard
• 2 cloves garlic, grated or minced finely
• 1 Tbsp fresh chives, minced
• 1 Tbsp freshly parsley, minced
• Kosher salt to taste

For the Candied Pecans –

• 2 Tbsp butter, melted
• 1/4 cup dark brown sugar (regular brown sugar works too)
• 3/4 cup pecan halves (or pieces)
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper, optional
• Pinch of kosher salt

For the Steak – 

• One to two 1915 Farm Grassfed Teres Major Steaks (available at The 1915 Meatery or in the Blissful for Boneless box)
• 1915 Farm Signature Grill Seasoning
• Grassfed Cooking Tallow
• 3 Tbsp butter
• 3 sprigs of fresh thyme
• Flaky finishing salt, such as Maldon, optional

To Assemble Salad – 

• Spring Mix Lettuce 
• 1 honeycrisp or other sweet/tart apple, very thinly sliced
• Candied pecans
• Parmigiano Reggiano shavings or crumbles
• Thinly sliced steak

INSTRUCTIONS

For the Vinaigrette – combine all ingredients in a glass jar with lid and shake until well combined. Taste and season with salt & pepper to taste. Alternatively, place in a small blender or a large container and use an immersion blender for a smooth, creamy consistency (and no chopping necessary ;)

For the Candied Pecans – preheat oven to 350°F. In a medium bowl, melt butter, then stir in the dark brown sugar and cayenne, if using. Add pecans and stir to combine. Spread evenly on a parchment paper lined sheet pan and bake for 20 minutes. Let cool for 15 minutes to harden up before breaking nuts apart. If you're using pecan halves and prefer a finer texture, transfer cooled nuts to a large bag and smash lightly with a rolling pin. 

For the Steak – remove from packaging and pat to dry completely. Generously season all sides of each steak with grill seasoning. Heat a medium to large skillet over high heat. Once hot, add a touch of tallow, or avocado oil. Add the steaks to the pan and allow to sear without moving for several minutes. When the steak easily releases from the pan and has a beautiful deep golden color, flip gently using tongs (never pierce the steak with a fork during cooking). 

Reduce heat to low and add 3 tbsp cold butter and the thyme sprigs. Tilt the pan to one side, and using a spoon, baste the melted butter and herbs over the steaks repeatedly. Once steaks are about 5 degrees shy of your target temp (we shoot for 130°F for medium-rare), remove to a cutting and rest 10 minutes. 

Assemble Salad – while steak is resting, place spring mix lettuce into a large mixing bowl and drizzle with about half the vinaigrette. Toss with tongs to coat each leaf with dressing, then portion into low-rimmed salad bowls. To each bowl, add sliced apple, candied pecans, and parm shavings. Thinly slice steak against the grain and garnish with flaky finishing salt.

Place steak slices across each bowl, drizzling with additional vinaigrette before serving. Enjoy!

We hope you liked this recipe! If you’d like to share your creation on Instagram, make sure to tag us @1915_Farm

P.S. If you love our delicious craft steaks – consider subscribing to the Blissful for Boneless box (ships free in TX, reduced in other states). Each box includes our most popular boneless cuts including craft steaks, ground chicken, breasts, boneless thighs, ground beef, and stew meat/beef roast! Perfect for the home cook looking for a little more convenience while not sacrificing the quality and taste 1915 Farm delivers, right to your door!  

You can also visit us as The 1915 Meatery in Yorktown, TX to buy craft steaks and so much more fresh from the case at our craft butcher shop – see @the_1915_meatery for more info!

Inspired by @chacekitchen