Grilled Cilantro-Garlic Sirloin and Onions

Macros / Serving Size

Protein 33 g | Fat 50 g | Carbs 23 g

% Calories of Macros / Serving Size

Calories 670 | Protein 20 % | Fat 67 % | Carbs 14 %

Nutrients / Serving Size

Fiber 2 g | Sodium 477 mg | Sat. Fat 13 g

Ingredients (serves 4)

• 1 ½ lbs. strip sirloin steak
• 1 bunch of fresh cilantro, stems removed
• 6 cloves of garlic
• ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1 tbsp. butter (unsalted)
• 1 tbsp. onion powder or ¼ cup finely minced fresh onion
• Juice from one large lime
• 1 jalapeño, seeded and diced (optional)
• 1 tsp. salt (optional)
• ½ tsp. black pepper
• 2 large sweet onions
• 1/3 cup steak sauce

Directions

1. Place the sirloin steak between two pieces of clear plastic wrap and place on the counter.   Using a meat tenderizer or the bottom of a can of vegetables, gently pound on both sides to flatten some and break some of the muscle fibers.
2. Place the tenderized meat in a large plastic or glass bowl or a large sealable plastic bag.
3. Place the cilantro, four cloves of garlic, vinegar, lime juice, salt and pepper in a blender or food processor.  Pulse a couple of times and then add the olive oil.  Pulse a couple of more times.
4. Pour half the marinade into a small container, cover and refrigerate.  Pour the remaining marinade over the steak, toss to coat.  Cover or seal and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
5. Remove marinated steak from the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature for about 20-30 minutes.  
6. Meanwhile, peel two large sweet onions, keeping them whole.  Once peeled, slice the top off of both onions, and hollow the center (½-¾ inch) stopping just short of going through the bottom.  Place a garlic clove in each hollow.  Place the onions in a microwave safe dish along with 2 tbsp. of water.  Cover and microwave for 4 minutes.
7. While the onions are cooking, preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
8. Remove the onions from the microwave and carefully place each onion on a square of aluminum foil (large enough to wrap the onion) with the hollow facing up.  Pour 1/2 tbsp. butter in each onion, and then fill each onion with the steak sauce.  Wrap the onions tightly with the foil and then place the packets on the grill, to the side.
9. Remove the steak from the marinade and gently pat dry.
10. Place the steak on the hottest part of the grill, cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches at least 140 degrees F.  Turn the heat down to medium.
11. Remove the steak from the grill and let it rest for 10 minutes.  Remove the onion packets from the grill.  Cut the steak against the grain and serve it topped with some of the remaining marinade and the grilled onions.
12.  If desired, lightly sprinkle salt to taste, at the table.

Note

• Nutrition analysis excludes the use of optional ingredients and is based on the use of a commercial tomato-based steak sauce.  The fat content of this meal is high due to the marinade, which uses a monounsaturated fat (olive oil).  This type of fat is considered heart healthy but should be consumed in moderation.  To decrease the calories and overall fat, consider cutting the marinade recipe in half and not using any for dipping sauce.