Description
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Cherry-Balsamic Sirloin, a delectable dish that combines succulent steak with a sweet and tangy cherry-balsamic sauce. Perfect for a special dinner or a weekend treat!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Steak:
- 2 lbs sirloin steak, about 1–1 1/2 inches thick
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Cherry-Balsamic Sauce:
- 1 cup fresh or frozen pitted cherries
- 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme)
Instructions
- Prepare the Steak: Pat sirloin dry and season with salt and pepper. Sear in a hot skillet or grill pan until desired doneness. Rest the steak.
- Make the Cherry-Balsamic Sauce: In the same skillet, combine cherries, balsamic vinegar, beef broth, honey, and thyme. Simmer until cherries soften and sauce thickens.
- Finish and Serve: Stir in butter to the sauce. Slice the steak and top with cherry-balsamic sauce before serving.
Notes
- For enhanced flavor, marinate the steak in olive oil, garlic, and thyme before cooking.
- Consider using ribeye or New York strip as alternatives to sirloin.
- Pair this dish with roasted potatoes, polenta, or a fresh green salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus optional marinating time)
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-searing or grilling, stovetop sauce
- Cuisine: American, European-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 oz steak with sauce
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 11 g
- Sodium: 360 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 42 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
