Florida Beef with Citrus Salt and Papaya-Rosemary Relish

Ingredients

Preparation

Preheat the oven to 425°F. In a small bowl, combine Florida citrus zest, salt and red pepper flakes. Massage the mixture to release maximum citrus flavor, then store in an airtight jar. Preheat a large ovenproof or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat. Season the beef lightly with the Florida citrus salt. Add olive oil to the hot pan and carefully add the seasoned beef. Sear for 2 minutes per side. Transfer the pan to the oven and roast for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 130°F for medium-rare. Carefully remove from oven and allow beef to rest for at least 15 minutes on a cutting board before slicing. Garnish with fresh rosemary sprigs, extra citrus salt and Florida Papaya-Rosemary Relish.

Florida Papaya-Rosemary Relish

Combine all ingredients in a small mixing bowl and season to taste with sea salt and fresh ground black pepper. Cover and let sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before stirring and serving. For garnish, use a vegetable peeler to create ribbons of peeled and seeded fresh papaya, if desired.