Hanger Steak with Shiitakes, Cranberries, and Ginger Recipe

Hanger Steak with Shiitakes, Cranberries, and Ginger Recipe

  • 8 ounces dried shiitake mushrooms
  • 3/4 cup warm water
  • 2 pounds hanger steak
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger root, divided
  • 5 large carrots, cut into large sticks
  • 2 cups fresh cranberries
  • 2 cups beef broth
  1. Place shiitake mushrooms in a bowl; cover with warm water. Cover bowl and let stand until mushrooms have softened, about 20 minutes.
  2. Season hanger steak on each side with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook steak until browned, 5 to 7 minutes per side. Transfer steak to a slow cooker.
  3. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon ginger over steak. Add mushrooms with soaking liquid, carrots, cranberries, beef broth, and remaining ginger.
  4. Set slow cooker to High; cook 4 hours.