Shiso-Shallot Butter Is the Secret to Next-Level Steak

Shiso-Shallot Butter Is the Secret to Next-Level Steak

Juicy, grilled skirt steak gets an herby, aromatic upgrade with a rich shiso-shallot butter that melts into every bite. This skirt steak is an easy yet elegant dish that’s big on flavor and perfect for weeknight dinners or summer grilling.

Skirt Steak with Shiso-Shallot Butter

Steak and compound butter is a timeless pairing, and this version from Tyler Florence takes it up a notch with Korean pantry staples. Skirt steak is marinated in a blend of soy sauce and gochujang—a fermented chile paste with fruity, spicy notes. Grilling the steak enhances the gochujang’s natural smokiness, creating a deeply flavorful crust. Florence’s compound butter, infused with chopped shiso (also known as perilla leaves), brings bright, an…