Juicy Bourbon Steak Recipe

Planning to kickstart the party season with a bang? Grill a Bourbon Steak, and your homies will never get over it. The recipe is relatively simple. It presents you with…

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Juicy Bourbon Steak Recipe
  • Prep10 min
  • Cook30 min
  • Total40 min
  • Serves8
  • Calories70 kcal

    Planning to kickstart the party season with a bang? Grill a Bourbon Steak, and your homies will never get over it. The recipe is relatively simple. It presents you with the slight notes of Bourbon and tender sirloin steak. Pro tip: Choose the Bourbon you are comfortable drinking for marinating. A white oak barrel-aged bourbon will be perfect for the steak, allowing it to absorb vanillin from the wood. 

    This recipe is a perfect add-on for your dinner menu. The recipe may sound tricky, but once you follow the instructions, you’ll be able to whip it up yourself for the next party.

    Check out this recipe for the full details. This article covers the whole shabang- a recipe card loaded with meticulous details, step-by-step instructions to make bourbon steak, how the results must look for the noob cooks to be sure, and much more. Read on to delve right into the details.

    Expert Tips That I Recommend 

    • Use a hot cast iron skillet. Make sure the pan is hot before you add the steak.
    • While cooking, do not overcrowd the pan with steaks, as this prevents them from cooking properly.
    • If possible, let the Bourbon sauce cook in the same pan, as it adds rich flavor.
    • Do not overcook the steak; cook it for only 30-60 seconds.

    Recipe Variation for Different Diets 

    • Keto Version: Swap soy sauce for coconut aminos; check whether Worcestershire is gluten-free. Replace monk fruit sweetener with brown sugar, and half-and-half with heavy cream. Add only 2-3 tablespoons of bourbon to the sauce.
    • Gluten-Free: Swap soy sauce for gluten-free tamari, and check whether Worcestershire sauce is gluten-free. Replace light brown sugar with gluten-free sugar. Double-check whether Dijon mustard and half-and-half are gluten-free.
    Juicy Bourbon Steak Recipe

    Storing And Reheating This Recipe 

    Storing

    • Once the recipe is prepared, let the steak and sauce cool down completely, then store in an airtight container. Place it in the refrigerator, and it will stay fresh for 3 to 4 days.
    • You can also freeze the steak and sauce for longer. All you need to do is keep them in different freezer bags and save them for up to 2 months.

    Reheating

    • Stovetop: Take a skillet, add the steak and sauce, then heat over low heat. You can add 1 to 2 tablespoons of broth if the sauce has thickened, then cover it and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, until heated through.
    • Oven: First, preheat the oven to 300°F, then place the steak and the oven-safe dish with the sauce. Cover it with foil and heat for 10 to 15 minutes, until heated through.

    What To Serve With This Recipe

    Juicy Bourbon Steak is an exotic dish you can enjoy with crispy potato wedges or roasted broccoli on the side. Well, you can also add gluten-free options to it, like cauliflower mash or roasted mushrooms, which make a great pairing with the steak. There are ample options that you can try and enjoy with this recipe.

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    Juicy Bourbon Steak Recipe
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    Bourbon Steak Recipe

    Planning to kickstart the party season with a bang? Grill bourbon steak and your homies will never get over it. The recipe is relatively simple. It presents you with the slight notes of Bourbon and tender sirloin steak. A pro tip would be to choose the Bourbon for marination that you are comfortable drinking. A white oak barrel-aged bourbon will be perfect so the steak can absorb the vanillin from the wood. 
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    • Prep10 minutes
    • Cook30 minutes
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    • Total40 minutes
    • Serves8
    • Calories70kcal

    Ingredients

    For the Steaks

    • 4 Top Sirloin Steaks About 1-inch Thick
    • Coarse Salt and Ground Black Pepper To Taste
    • 2 Tablespoons Dijon Mustard divided
    • 2 Tablespoons butter divided

    For the Bourbon Sauce

    • ⅓ Cup Bourbon
    • ¼ Cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce
    • 1 Teaspoon Low-Sodium Worcestershire Sauce
    • ¼ Cup Packed Light Brown Sugar
    • ½ Teaspoon Dried Basil
    • ½ Teaspoon Dried Rosemary
    • ⅔ Cup Half and Half
    • Dried Parsley for Garnish

    Equipment

    • Plate
    • Skillet
    • Bowl
    • Spoon
    • Tongs

    Method

    • First, season the steaks with salt and pepper. Then set them aside for 20 minutes and rub them with Dijon mustard.
    • Heat an iron skillet over medium-high heat, then add the steak and butter to the skillet. Cook until well browned, about 10 minutes per side, then remove the steak and set aside.
    • Now cook the remaining steaks.
    • Prepare the sauce by mixing bourbon, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, Sugar, basil, half-and-half, and rosemary, and combine well.
    • Add the bourbon sauce mixture to the hot skillet and cook for a minute or two until it is thick.
    • Remove it from heat and place the steak back in the skillet.
    • Then garnish the bourbon steak with dried parsley and serve.

    Recipe notes

    Nutrition

    per serving
    • 70kcalCalories
    • 5gCarbs
    • 2gProtein
    • 3gFat
    • 0.3gFibre
    • 3gSugar
    • 367mgSodium
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    FAQs About Juicy Bourbon Steak

    How do I fix thin consistency?

    The best way to fix it is to simmer it for a longer time. You can also add a cornstarch slurry to it and let it cook for a while to thicken the sauce.

    Why is my steak tough?

    The steak usually turns out tough when you overcook it or use a lean cut without proper rest. To enjoy tender steak, make sure you let it rest and always slice against the grain.

    How can I get proper steak?

    First, make sure the steak is dry, then season right before cooking. Make sure the skillet is hot, and don’t move it until it is ready to flip.

    How do I keep steak juicy?

    You can keep your steak juicy by not cooking it for too long and using a meat thermometer to check if it has been cooked properly. Before cutting it for serving, let the steak rest for 5-10 minutes and then serve.

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    Conclusion 

    Juicy Bourbon Steak is an easy-to-prepare recipe with a caramelized crust, tender on the outside and juicy on the inside. The exotic part is the rich, delicious bourbon sauce, packed with savory notes, creating a warm, subtle balance.

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