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1 cup panko breadcrumbs

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1 tsp. garlic powder

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1/2 tsp. onion powder

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1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper

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1 tsp. kosher salt

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1/4 tsp. cracked black pepper

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2 eggs lightly beaten

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1/3 cup all-purpose flour

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2 ripe, Fresh California Avocados seeded, peeled and sliced into thick slices

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1/2 ripe, Fresh California Avocados seeded, peeled and cubed

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1 jalapeño sliced

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1/4 cup Greek yogurt

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1/2 cup sour cream

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1 cup cilantro leaves

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1 tsp. garlic powder

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2 tsp. kosher salt

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1 lime juiced

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1/4 cup water

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2 (8 oz) New York strip steaks at room temperature

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2 tsp. kosher salt

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2 tsp. cracked black pepper

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1 Tbsp. vegetable oil

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2 sprigs fresh rosemary (or thyme)

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2 Tbsp. unsalted butter

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Baked Avocado Fries (see make-ahead recipe above)

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Creamy California Avocado Jalapeno Sauce (see make-ahead recipe above)

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*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.

Peak California Avocado season generally is spring-summer. Look for California on the label to ensure you are selecting fresh avocados grown close to home. For more recipes visit CaliforniaAvocado.com/recipes.