Balsamic Grilled Sirloin Steak with Asparagus
Tender top sirloin steaks marinated in balsamic vinaigrette with Dijon mustard, grilled to medium-rare and served alongside crisp-tender asparagus. The steaks are marinated 15 minutes to 2 hours for maximum flavor, while asparagus is microwaved until tender then finished on the grill with reserved marinade.
Ingredients
- top sirloin steakribeye or New York stripproteinconfidence:5
same cooking time and temperature
- fresh asparagus
- salt
- pepper
- balsamic vinaigrettered wine vinegar and olive oil (3:1 ratio)flavorconfidence:4
note: adjust mustard to taste
- Dijon-style mustardwhole grain mustardcondimentconfidence:4
stronger flavor profile
- ½ cup water
Instructions
- 1
Combine marinade ingredients in small bowl and reserve 2 tablespoons.
- 2
Place beef steaks and remaining marinade in food-safe plastic bag, turn to coat, seal, and refrigerate.
- 3
Place asparagus in shallow microwave-safe dish with water, cover, and microwave on HIGH until crisp-tender.
- 4
Drain asparagus and coat with reserved marinade.
- 5
Remove steaks from marinade and discard used marinade.
- 6
Place steaks on grid over medium heat and grill covered, turning once, until medium-rare.
- 7
During final 3 minutes of grilling, arrange asparagus on grid around steaks and grill, turning once.
- 8
Season steaks and asparagus with salt and pepper.
Tips
Do not overcook steaks to avoid dryness.
Reserve marinade before adding raw beef to prevent foodborne illness.
Turn steaks only once during grilling for even cooking.
Asparagus can be prepared while steaks marinate to save time.
Good to Know
Store leftover steak covered in refrigerator up to 3 days. Reheat gently to avoid overcooking.
Steaks can marinate up to 2 hours in advance. Prepare marinade and combine ingredients 1 day ahead.
Serve immediately while steaks are hot with grilled asparagus and additional salt and pepper to taste.
Common Mistakes
Do not discard reserved marinade before cooking asparagus to avoid losing coating.
Do not skip turning steaks once during grilling to avoid uneven cooking.
Do not overcook steaks beyond medium-rare to avoid tough, dry meat.
Substitutions
note: adjust mustard to taste
same cooking time and temperature
adjust microwave time to 4-5 minutes
stronger flavor profile