Harissa-Marinated Top Sirloin Tips
Tender top sirloin steak tips marinated in a flavorful blend of harissa, garlic, and aromatics, then seared to perfection and finished with a spicy harissa sauce. This North African-inspired dish combines sweet, savory, and spicy elements for a delicious main course.
Ingredients
- •1 piece top sirloin steak
- •4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- •4 cloves garlic
- •2 tablespoons golden brown sugar
- •2 tablespoons soy sauce
- •1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- •3 tablespoons harissa sauce
Cooking Instructions
- 1.
Cut steak lengthwise in half, forming two 2- to 3-inch-wide strips. Cut each strip into 2- to 3-inch triangles. Combine 2 tablespoons olive oil, garlic, sugar, soy sauce, thyme, and 2 teaspoons harissa in large bowl; whisk to blend. Add beef; toss to coat evenly. Marinate 30 minutes at room temperature or cover and chill at least 2 hours and up to 1 day, tossing occasionally.
30 min
- 2.
Drain beef. Heat 2 heavy large skillets over high heat. Brush skillets generously with olive oil. Divide beef tips between skillets. Cook until well browned on all sides, turning with tongs, 6 to 7 minutes for medium-rare. Transfer beef tips to platter.
7 min
- 3.
Whisk remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon harissa, and 2 tablespoons water in small bowl to blend well. Season sauce to taste with salt. Drizzle sauce over beef tips and serve.
5 min
- 4.
* A spicy North African red chile sauce; available in cans and jars at some specialty foods stores and at Middle Eastern markets.
