Savory steak crostini topped with creamy horseradish sauce and caramelized onions — perfect for elegant appetizers, cocktail parties, or special occasions.
1 baguette, sliced into ½-inch rounds
Olive oil, for brushing
½–¾ lb ribeye or sirloin steak
Salt and pepper
2 large yellow onions, sliced
2 tbsp butter or olive oil
1 tsp balsamic vinegar (optional)
Horseradish Sauce:
½ cup sour cream or crème fraîche
1½ tbsp prepared horseradish
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp lemon juice
Salt and pepper
Garnish:
Fresh chives, parsley, or microgreens
Caramelize onions in butter over medium-low heat for 30–40 minutes. Add vinegar near the end.
Whisk horseradish sauce ingredients in a bowl; chill until ready.
Brush baguette slices with olive oil and toast at 375°F for 8–10 minutes until crisp.
Sear steak in a hot skillet 2–3 minutes per side. Rest, then slice thinly.
Assemble crostini: spread sauce, layer onions, top with steak, and garnish.
Serve immediately.
Prepare onions and sauce ahead of time.
Customize with cheese or balsamic glaze.
Serve warm or room temperature.