Pan-Fried Steak with Balsamic Sauce

Steaks are always yummy! I like a way to fancy up a plain old steak sometimes and this was a great way to do it. Nothing crazy about the ingredients, just the right mixture. 

• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 3/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 4 1-inch thick boneless sirloin steaks (about 2 lbs)
• 1 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 small red onion, finely chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tsp finely chopped fresh rosemary
• 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1 tsp brown sugar
• 1 Tbsp cold unsalted butter, cut up

In a small bowl, stir together the cumin, coriander, 1/2 tsp salt, and pepper. Rub the mixture over the steaks. 

In a 12-inch skillet or sauté pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the steaks and cook 3-4 minutes per side for medium rare. Transfer the steaks to a large platter. 

Add the onion and garlic to the pan and cook, stirring frequently, until the onion is lightly brown, about 3 minutes. Add the rosemary; stir to combine. Add the vinegar, sugar, and the remaining 1/4 tsp salt and bring to a boil. Cook until slightly reduced, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and swirl in the butter. Spoon the sauce over the steaks and serve. 

Serves 4

Total Time: 25 minutes

Recipe from Autograph Celebrity Cookbook - Jerry Orbach