Macadamia-Crusted Kangaroo Steaks with Finger Lime Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-07 · Updated 2026-06-07

Tender kangaroo steaks crusted with crunchy macadamia nuts and topped with a refreshing finger lime and tomato salsa for a bright contrast. This Australian-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs kangaroo steaks, macadamia nuts, finely chopped, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 4 steaks (6 oz each) kangaroo steaks
• 3/4 cup macadamia nuts, finely chopped
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 3 tbsp finger limes, pulp only
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp fresh coriander, chopped
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tsp honey

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Brush 4 kangaroo steaks with 2 tbsp olive oil and season with 1 1/2 tsp salt and 1 tsp black pepper.
2. Step 2: Press each steak firmly into 3/4 cup finely chopped macadamia nuts to coat both sides evenly.
3. Step 3: Heat remaining 1 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the steaks for 2 minutes per side until golden brown on the crust.
4. Step 4: Transfer skillet to the preheated oven and roast steaks for 5-7 minutes for medium rare, or longer for desired doneness.
5. Step 5: Meanwhile, combine 3 tbsp finger lime pulp, 1 cup diced cherry tomatoes, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 2 tbsp chopped fresh coriander, 2 tbsp lime juice, and 1 tsp honey in a bowl. Mix gently.
6. Step 6: Remove steaks from oven, rest for 5 minutes, and serve topped with the finger lime salsa.