Longhorn-Style Sirloin Steak with Asparagus and Sweet Potato
A lean, high-protein grilled sirloin steak served with seasoned steamed asparagus and a side sweet potato.
Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min
Makes
1 serving
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Kim created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
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Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min
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Equipment
Large skillet
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Instructions
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Next: Remove 8 oz (225g) top sirloin steak…
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Remove 8 oz (225g) top sirloin steak…
Remove 8 oz (225g) top sirloin steak from the refrigerator 20 minutes before cooking to bring it to room temperature.
Allow: 20 minutes
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Heat a cast-iron skillet or grill over…
Heat a cast-iron skillet or grill over high heat until smoking hot, approximately 5 minutes.
Look for: smoking hot
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Season both sides of the sirloin steak…
Season both sides of the sirloin steak evenly with salt, coarse black pepper, and garlic powder.
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Lightly brush the skillet or grill with…
Lightly brush the skillet or grill with 1 tsp olive oil and place the steak in the center.
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Sear the steak without moving it for…
Sear the steak without moving it for 4 to 5 minutes until a deep brown crust forms.
Look for: a deep brown crust forms
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Flip the steak and cook for an…
Flip the steak and cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes until an internal temperature probe reads 135°F (57°C) for medium-rare or 145°F (63°C) for medium.
Look for: an internal temperature probe reads 135°F (57°C) for medium-rare or 145°F (63°C) for medium
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Transfer the steak to a warm plate…
Transfer the steak to a warm plate and rest for 5 minutes before slicing to lock in the juices.
Allow: 5 minutes
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Place 1 cup (150g) trimmed fresh asparagus…
While the steak rests, place 1 cup (150g) trimmed fresh asparagus into a steamer basket over boiling water.
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Cover and steam the asparagus for 3…
Cover and steam the asparagus for 3 to 4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp when pierced with a fork.
Look for: bright green and tender-crisp when pierced with a fork
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Pierce a small 3
Pierce a small 3.5 oz (100g) sweet potato several times with a fork and microwave on high for 4 to 5 minutes until completely tender throughout.
Look for: completely tender throughout
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Plate the rested sirloin steak alongside the…
Plate the rested sirloin steak alongside the steamed asparagus and split-open sweet potato, then serve immediately.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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