Description
Succulent steak tips dance with earthy mushrooms in this balsamic-infused masterpiece from Mediterranean kitchens. Savory flavors and rich glaze create a quick weeknight dinner that promises restaurant-quality elegance on your plate.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 1.5 pounds sirloin steak tips, flap meat, or flank steak, cut into 3-inch pieces
Sauce and Seasoning:
- 0.25 cup tamari or soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 pound cremini mushrooms, halved or quartered if large
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley leaves, coarsely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Whisk together balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, granulated sugar, and minced garlic in a non-reactive bowl to create a complex marinade.
- Immerse steak tips into the marinade, ensuring complete coverage, and refrigerate for a minimum of 1 hour and up to 4 hours to allow flavors to penetrate deeply.
- Remove steak from refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking to bring to room temperature, which promotes even cooking.
- Heat a cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat, adding a tablespoon (15 milliliters) of olive oil.
- Remove steak from marinade, pat dry with paper towels to ensure proper searing, and season with additional salt and black pepper.
- Carefully place steak tips into the hot skillet, cooking approximately 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare (internal temperature 120°F or 49°C).
- Transfer seared steak to a clean plate and tent with aluminum foil to rest and retain juices.
- In the same skillet, add sliced mushrooms and sauté until golden brown and tender, approximately 4-5 minutes.
- Pour remaining marinade into the pan, allowing it to simmer and reduce for 1-2 minutes, concentrating the flavors.
- Finish the sauce by swirling in cold butter, which will create a glossy, rich consistency.
- Season sauce with additional salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Return steak tips to the skillet, coating them with the balsamic glaze.
- Plate the steak and mushrooms, drizzling any remaining sauce over the top.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a bright, fresh finish.
Notes
- Cooking time is flexible, perfect for busy weeknights or relaxed weekend dinners.
- Marinating meat helps tenderize and infuse deep, rich flavor profiles throughout every bite.
- Steak tips pair beautifully with mushrooms, creating a luxurious restaurant-quality meal at home.
- Select well-marbled cuts like sirloin or tri-tip for maximum tenderness and juicy results.
- Balsamic reduction transforms simple ingredients into an elegant, glossy sauce that elevates the entire dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg