Pan-Seared Emu Steak with Bush Tomato Chutney

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-28 · Updated 2026-06-28

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A rich and lean emu steak pan-seared to medium-rare, accompanied by a tangy bush tomato chutney that highlights native Australian flavors. This Australian-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs emu steaks, sea salt, ground black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 290 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.

Prep: 25 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Australian cuisine 290 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 steaks (5 oz each) emu steaks
1 1/2 tsp sea salt
1 tsp ground black pepper
3 tbsp olive oil
1/2 cup bush tomato chutney
2 tbsp unsalted butter
2 fresh thyme sprigs
2 minced garlic cloves

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Instructions

Step 1: Remove 4 emu steaks (5 oz each) from the refrigerator 20 minutes before cooking to come to room temperature. Pat dry with paper towels and season both sides with 1 1/2 tsp sea salt and 1 tsp ground black pepper.
Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking.
Step 3: Add the steaks to the skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes on the first side until a deep brown crust forms.
Step 4: Flip the steaks, add 2 tbsp unsalted butter, 2 sprigs fresh thyme, and 2 minced garlic cloves to the pan. Spoon the melted butter over the steaks continuously while cooking for another 3-4 minutes for medium-rare doneness.
Step 5: Remove the steaks from the skillet and let rest for 5 minutes to redistribute juices.
Step 6: Serve each steak with 1/8 cup bush tomato chutney spooned on top or alongside for a tangy, flavorful contrast.