Grilled Steak with Lemon-Mustard Sauce is a bold and flavorful dish that brings together the zesty brightness of lemon, the tang of mustard, and the umami punch of Worcestershire sauce. This classic recipe is ideal for summer cookouts or anytime you want a quick yet delicious steak preparation that doesn’t rely on heavy sauces or marinades. The lemon-mustard mixture not only tenderizes the meat but also enhances its natural juices. Finished with a touch of salt and a garnish of fresh apricot halves, it strikes a perfect balance between savory and subtly sweet.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp prepared mustard
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp salt
- 2½ to 3 lbs sirloin steak (cut 1-inch thick)
- apricot halves (for garnish)
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Sauce
- Combine prepared mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, and salt in a small bowl. Stir well.
Step 2: Prepare the Steak
- Brush the mustard-lemon mixture evenly over both sides of the steak.
Step 3: Grill the Steak
- Grill steak over hot coals for 6 to 8 minutes on each side for medium doneness, basting with the sauce while grilling.
Step 4: Garnish and Serve
- Garnish with apricot halves. Slice steak thinly across the grain. Serve immediately.
Tips
- Let steaks come to room temperature before grilling for even cooking
- Use Dijon mustard for a sharper sauce flavor
- Substitute flank steak if sirloin is unavailable
- Add cracked black pepper to the sauce for extra bite
- Grill over charcoal for deeper smoky flavor
- Let meat rest 5 minutes before slicing to retain juices
- Garnish with fresh herbs if apricot halves aren’t available
- Sauce can be mixed ahead and refrigerated briefly
- Adjust lemon juice to taste for more acidity
Nutrition
Calories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 38gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 680mgPotassium: 540mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 3.1mg
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