Father’s Day is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than by cooking up some delicious recipes for the special men in your life? Vancouver chefs and restaurant teams have shared their favorite meaty mains that are sure to delight dad on his special day.
First up is a Steak tartare recipe from chef Josef Driemel of Dockside. This dish calls for a lean cut of beef, Dijon mustard, gherkin, capers, shallot, chives, radish, fennel, olive oil, and salt. The key is to dice the meat to your desired size and serve it with caramelized garlic aioli, egg yolk, flaky salt, and fresh herbs.
Next, we have a Perfect porchetta recipe by Kevin Atkinson, the executive chef of Bufala. This dish features pork belly seasoned with Kosher salt, ground coriander, ground fennel, parsley, fennel, and garlic. The pork belly is marinated overnight, tied tightly with butcher twine, cooked in the oven, and then roasted until golden brown.
For those who prefer a hearty dish, try the Beer-braised short rib recipe by Lupe Villanueva, the sous chef at Minami Restaurant. This recipe calls for bone-in short rib, onion, carrot, celery, sake, mirin, crushed peppercorns, bay leaves, soy sauce, dark lager or stout beer, sushi vinegar, and water. The short ribs are braised until tender and served with a reduced braising liquid.
If you’re in the mood for a classic sandwich, the French-style beef dip recipe by Black & Blue Steakhouse is sure to satisfy. This dish includes a French baguette, yellow onions, cremini mushrooms, strip loin steak, mozzarella cheese, butter, beef demi stock, cornstarch, and olive oil. The sandwich is assembled with onions, mushrooms, steak, cheese, and served with beef au jus and crispy french fries.
And last but not least, indulge in some sweet and tangy Kool-Aid Pickles courtesy of Karl Gregg of Rosie’s BBQ. This unique recipe combines dill pickles, sugar, and cherry-flavored Kool-Aid for a refreshing and flavorful side dish that pairs perfectly with grilled or smoked meats.
These Father’s Day recipes are a great way to show your appreciation for the father figures in your life. Whether you prefer a classic steak tartare or a more adventurous Kool-Aid pickle, these dishes are sure to make dad’s day extra special. Enjoy cooking and celebrating with these delicious recipes!