Description
Sizzling Balsamic Glazed Steak reveals culinary magic from Italian kitchens. Rich marinades and perfect grilling techniques ensure mouthwatering results you’ll crave repeatedly.
Ingredients
Scale
Steak
- 12 ounces (340 grams) steak
Marinade Ingredients
- 2/3 cup (160 ml) balsamic vinegar
- 2/3 cup (135 grams) dark brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons (45 ml) olive oil
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) soy sauce
Seasonings and Herbs
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 sprigs rosemary, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/3 teaspoon red pepper
Instructions
- Finely chop garlic and rosemary into delicate, aromatic pieces to infuse maximum flavor into the marinade.
- Whisk together balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar, and olive oil in a mixing bowl, creating a rich, glossy marinade. Incorporate minced rosemary, garlic, and seasonings until thoroughly blended.
- Transfer marinade and steak into a sealed container or zip-lock bag, ensuring the meat is completely coated. Refrigerate for 4-6 hours, allowing flavors to deeply penetrate the protein.
- Remove steak from refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking. Thoroughly pat meat dry with paper towels to ensure optimal caramelization.
- Preheat skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil. Sear steak for 3-4 minutes per side, developing a beautiful golden-brown crust. Cook to desired internal temperature (medium-rare recommended at 135°F).
- Let steak rest for 5-7 minutes after cooking, allowing juices to redistribute and ensuring a tender, succulent final result.
Notes
- Choose high-quality balsamic vinegar for a richer, more complex flavor that elevates the entire dish.
- Pat the steak completely dry before cooking to ensure a perfect golden-brown crust and prevent steaming instead of searing.
- Adjust marinating time based on steak thickness: thinner cuts need less time, while thicker cuts benefit from the full 6-hour marinade.
- For a low-carb version, replace brown sugar with a keto-friendly sweetener like erythritol or skip the sugar entirely for a more savory glaze.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 522
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 552 mg
- Fat: 34 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg