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Looking to cook up a stunning steak dinner and in need of some sides? Then my list of the Best Side Dishes for Steak is the perfect place to start! From tender and buttery steakhouse potatoes to savory sauteed mushrooms, you'll never be left wondering what to serve with steak. These are the best steak sides!
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Sides for Steak
We've all been there before: you cook up a perfectly juicy, tender steak dinner to wow your family, only to realize you've made nothing to serve it with. After all, we all know steak is delicious, but what goes with steak?
The answer lies in all the Steakhouse favorites! Steakhouses know exactly what sides go with steak and the best part is, all your favorites are simple and easy to make. Loaded baked potatoes, macaroni and cheese, caramelized onions and steak fries- there's no end to good sides for steak!
So if you're wondering what goes well with steak, read on! I love these side dishes for steak so much, I'll make them even when steak isn't on the menu. They're just that good!
Steak Sides
Steak Fries
And of course, what's a steak dinner without crispy oven steak fries? Even if you've had oven fries before, I promise you need to try this recipe! By soaking the potato wedges in cold water, these fries turn out unbelievably crispy and golden. If you've had floppy potato wedges before, you'll be amazed by these steak fries!
Scroll to the bottom of the page for the recipe- I promise they'll be a family favorite! Who knew vegetable sides for steak could be so indulgent?
Side Dishes for Steak Tips
- Before starting the steaks, get an idea of how long the sides will take to cook. Things like fries and baked potatoes are much better fresh out of the oven and suffer from resting for too long.
- Always consider if sides can be paired together! Mashed potatoes are delicious eaten combined with mushrooms and onions, while heartier sides like baked potatoes and macaroni are filling without needing accompaniment.
- Many steak sides can be made ahead of time! Mashed potatoes and macaroni are especially easy to make ahead of time and pop in the oven or on the stove to reheat right before serving.
- Keep an eye on what appliances you're using! If you're using the oven for steak, you might not want to make any baked sides.
Steak Dinner Ideas
If you're looking to make a beautiful dinner for a special occasion, there's nothing like a big steak dinner! And if it's dinner ideas you're after, look no further. Check out my guide post on Steak Dinner Ideas for a comprehensive list of steak dinners for every budget and cooking method!
And don't be afraid to make a little extra! Leftover steak can be turned into incredible Leftover Steak Recipes that will make dinner a delicious breeze for night after night. You'll be craving the leftovers just as much as the dinner itself!
What to Serve with Steak FAQs
While just about any vegetable will pair well with steak, classic favorites are green beans, asparagus, mushrooms, onions, and potatoes. These tender, earthier vegetables have naturally savory flavors that pair well with the rich umami of steak, complementing it instead of fighting it!
Mashed potatoes, mushrooms, and caramelized onions some of the best sides for steak. A heartier side like baked potatoes or macaroni and cheese round out the meal, while lighter options include roasted asparagus or sauteed green beans.
The best cut of steak is going to depend on what you want out of the steak, and how you intend to cook it! For texture and flavor, ribeye steak is often considered superior, as it's intensely marbled and full-flavored. However, it's often very expensive for this reason! Truthfully, any cut of steak will be incredible when cooked correctly. See my Best Cuts of Beef guide for more info.
Great Steak Recipes
You can't have side dishes for steak dinner without the steak! Plan out an incredible supper using one of my fantastic steak recipes. Starting with cook times as short as under 10 minutes, and using any cut you can imagine!
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What to Serve with Steak (+ Oven Steak Fries)
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper (or aluminum foil)
- Knife
- Large bowl
- Mixing bowl
- Cutting board
- Oven
Ingredients
- 5 medium Russet Potatoes
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 3 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons dried rosemary (optional)
- fresh parsley (chopped, optional)
- freshly ground black pepper (optional)
See our Beef Temperature Chart for helpful tips on cooking any cut of beef!
Instructions
- Rinse the potatoes well, leaving the peels on. Cut each potato lengthwise in half, then lay flat and cut lengthwise again into quarters, then once more into eighths (or 12ths if preferred).5 medium Russet Potatoes
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. While the oven is heating, soak the wedges in a bowl of cold water for 10-15 minutes, then combine the olive oil, salt, and spices (except parsley) in a large bowl.¼ cup olive oil, 1 teaspoon paprika, 3 teaspoons garlic powder, 2 teaspoons onion powder, 2 teaspoons salt, 2 teaspoons dried rosemary, freshly ground black pepper
- Drain the potatoes and pat them dry. Once dry, tip into the bowl with seasonings, and mix until all the potatoes are evenly coated. Arrange the coated potatoes cut-side-down on the baking sheet, making sure none are overlapped.
- Bake for 20 minutes, then remove from the oven and flip. Return to the oven and bake for another 10-15 minutes, until the edges are golden and crisp. Remove from the oven, sprinkle with fresh parsley, let cool for five minutes, then serve!fresh parsley
Notes
- Before starting the steaks, get an idea of how long the sides will take to cook. Things like fries and baked potatoes are much better fresh out of the oven and suffer from resting for too long.
- Always consider if sides can be paired together! Mashed potatoes are delicious eaten combined with mushrooms and onions, while heartier sides like baked potatoes and macaroni are filling without needing accompaniment.
- Many steak sides can be made ahead of time! Mashed potatoes and macaroni are especially easy to make ahead of time and pop in the oven or on the stove to reheat right before serving.
- Keep an eye on what appliances you're using! If you're using the oven for steak, you might not want to make any baked sides.
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