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Balsamic steak

This simple balsamic steak can be ready in just 10 minutes. Serve it with mash and/or steamed veggies or sandwiched in a ciabatta bun with salad. Perfect meal for a midweek supper!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 4 hours
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 1234
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 sirloin or rump steaks
  • 1 clove garlic pressed
  • 2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 2 sprigs of thyme
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • Serving:
  • 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 Tbsp Greek yogurt optional

Method
 

  1. Remove the meat from the refrigerator about an hour before cooking. Wipe it with paper towel.
  2. Mix the oil, vinegar, thyme leaves and garlic. Rub the steaks with the marinade, then rest.
  3. Heat a griddle or frying pan. Add the steak, together with the marinade, and cook for about 2- 3 minutes on each side for medium, or longer if you like it well done.
  4. Transfer the steaks onto a plate and let them rest (covered) for 5 minutes.
  5. Mix the yogurt with the mustard (optional).
  6. Serve with mashed potatoes or French fries - with the yoghurt & mustard sauce if you like.