What garnish is typical on steak plates, and when might a lemon wedge be added?

• A. No garnish; lemon wedge with fish/seafood or on request.
• B. Parsley garnish; lemon wedge with fish/seafood or on request.
• C. Parsley garnish only; lemon wedge always with steak.
• D. Chives garnish; lemon wedge with all meals.

Answer: (B)

Garnish and citrus choices on steak plates follow flavor balance and tradition. Parsley is the typical garnish for steak because it adds a fresh, bright touch without overpowering the meat’s taste. A lemon wedge is traditionally paired with fish and seafood to complement their flavors and provide a zesty brightness; for steak, a lemon wedge isn’t standard—it's usually offered with seafood or available on request if a guest wants it. This is why the best guidance is parsley garnish for steak, with a lemon wedge included only with fish/seafood or when a guest asks. Other options don’t fit the usual practice: no garnish misses a common presentation, lemon with steak all the time isn’t standard, and chives isn’t the usual steak garnish in this context.