Balsamic marinated steaks
Italian 15 Mins Prep · 15 Mins Cook
- Zest and juice the lemon. Crush the garlic. Finely chop 2 sprigs of rosemary. Combine all the marinade ingredients in a resealable bag or shallow non-metal dish.
- Place the steaks in the marinade and seal or cover the dish with cling film. Marinate the steaks in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or up to 8 hours for maximum flavour. The longer you marinate, the more flavourful the steaks will be.
- Preheat the grill to a high heat, approx. 230-260°C.
- Take the steaks out of the refrigerator and bring to room temperature, approx. 30 minutes. This allows the steak to cook more evenly.
- Before placing the steaks on the grill, lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking. You can use a brush or a folded paper towel dipped in vegetable oil to coat the grates. Place the steaks directly onto the grill grates. Close the lid and let the steaks cook for approx. 4-5 minutes on the first side. Avoid pressing or moving the steaks during this time to allow for proper searing. Carefully flip the steaks over. Grill for an additional 4-5 minutes for medium-rare doneness. Adjust the cooking time based on your preferred level of doneness: 3-4 minutes for rare, 5-6 minutes for medium, or longer for well-done. Use an instant-read meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the steaks. For medium-rare, the thermometer should read around 57-60°C.
- Once the steaks reach your desired level of doneness, remove them from the grill and transfer to a cutting board or a plate. Allow the steaks to rest for approx. 5-10 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
- Scatter over the capers and extra rosemary before serving.
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