Watermelon Steak

Guide Note

Watermelon Steak is sliced, grilled watermelon served as either an entrée or a dessert.

Fast Facts

1. Featured on Season 2 of Top Chef
2. Growing in popularity
3. Compared to seared tuna
4. Served as an entree or dessert

• Vegetable oil (for brushing)
• 1/4 large watermelon
• 1/4 bottle cream sherry
• 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
• Salt and pepper

1. Set oven to 350 degrees. Use a large roasting pan. Oil a piece of parchment paper about the size of the pan.
2. Discard rounded end of the watermelon. Cut the watermelon into 4 even slices 1-inch thick. Remove the rind.
3. Place slices in roasting pan. Pour sherry over them and dot with butter. Sprinkle with salt, and light with pepper. Cover watermelon with parchment paper, then cover pan tightly with foil. Roast slices for 2 1/2 hours or until charred around the edges.
4. Place watermelon on rimmed baking sheet to cool. Strain cooking juices. Serve watermelon with juices spooned over, and feta cheese.