This is a perfect recipe for someone who is looking to put a twist on the typical Grilled Steak, The Coffee and Brown Sugar Rub mends together perfectly, in that the roasted coffee taste blends with the sweet brown sugar notes. This rub makes for a tasty steak that has the type of title you would see in a top notch restaurant.
The Braised Green Cabbage Paired with Hickory Smoked Bacon is quite the combo when the two flavors combine. This overall dish is sure to get taste and creativity comments from your guests or family.
Note: Recipe is formatted for four servings
Ingredients for Top Sirloin Steak:
4 Top Sirloin Steak's
1/4 cup of coffee grounds
2 Tablespoons of Olive Oil
1/4 cup of brown sugar
1/4 cup of worchestershire sauce
Salt and Pepper to taste
1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper
Ingredients for Braised Green Cabbage with Hickory Smoked Bacon:
1 small onion (diced)
1 head of green cabbage
1/2 cup of diced hickory smoked bacon
2 Tablespoons of Olive oil
salt and pepper to taste
Ingredients for Steamed Brocoli/ Cauliflower:
1 Head of Broccoli
1 Head of Cabbage
1 Tablespoon of Olive Oil
Salt and Pepper to Taste
2 Tablespoons of Rice Vinegar
Cooking Process for Top Sirloin Steak:
1. In a mixing Bowl rub steaks with coffee and brown sugar
2. Season steaks with Cayenne Pepper, Salt and Pepper
3. Drizzle steaks with worchestershire sauce and olive oil
4. Let steak soak up flavors until needed (Marinading the night before is preferred)
5. Pre-Heat grill to high heat
6. Grill Steaks to desired doneness
7. Aim to get the cross pattern grill marks by moving the steaks 45 degrees to the side once the initial grill marks have appeared
8. Plate Steaks and enjoy
Cooking Process for Braised Green Cabbage with Hickory Smoked Bacon:
1. Heat olive oil in a large and deep sauté pan in medium high heat
2. Saute Bacon and Olive oil until caramelized and cooked through
3. Add cabbage to the pan
4. Add rice vinegar and reduce the cabbage
5. Season with salt and pepper and plate
Cooking Process for Steamed Broccoli/ Cauliflower:
1. Bring water to a boil in a large sauce pan (Cut Broccoli and Cauliflower while water in heating)
2. Add Broccoli and Cauliflower and steam until crisp and tender
3. Strain the vegetables
4. Place in mixing bowl and season with Olive Oil, Salt and Pepper
5. Plate and enjoy