Coffee marinade makes sirloin steak very, very savory
Last Updated on 10/16/2008
Published on 5/6/2008
By J.M. HIRSCH
AP Food Editor
Though it calls for potent ingredients, this marinade imparts subtle savory, almost creamy notes to the steak.
Coffee-Marinated Sirloin
1 1/2 cups cold coffee
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 cup peanut butter
3 tablespoons honey
1/2-inch chunk fresh ginger
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Four 8-ounce bottom sirloin steaks
2 tablespoons canola or vegetable oil
In a blender or food processor, combine the coffee, pepper flakes, peanut butter, honey and ginger.
Purée until smooth, then taste and season with salt and pepper.
Pour half of the marinade in a baking dish. Set the steaks in the baking dish, then pour the remaining marinade over them. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
When ready to cook, preheat the broiler. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil.
In a large, deep skillet, heat the oil over medium-high. Add the steak and sear until lightly browned, 3 to 4 minutes per side.
Transfer the steaks to the prepared baking sheet. For medium-rare, broil for 7 to 8 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted at the thickest part of the steak reads 135 degrees.
Let the steaks rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Servings: 4.
