Description
A perfectly seared sirloin steak topped with a rich, savory Marsala mushroom sauce that’s both elegant and comforting. The sauce combines earthy mushrooms, sweet Marsala wine, and a touch of cream for a luxurious finish.
Ingredients
- 2 sirloin steaks (about 8 oz each)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 shallot, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup Marsala wine
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Pat the sirloin steaks dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, add the steaks and cook for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness. Remove the steaks from the skillet and let rest on a plate.
- Reduce the heat to medium and melt the butter in the same skillet. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook until golden brown, stirring occasionally, about 5-6 minutes.
- Add the shallot and garlic, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the Marsala wine and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Let the wine reduce by half, about 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the beef broth and heavy cream, then add the thyme leaves. Simmer the sauce for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Return the steaks to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them. Cook for 1 minute to reheat. Serve the steaks with the Marsala mushroom sauce on top, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste. For a thicker sauce, let it simmer a few minutes longer. The Marsala wine can be substituted with dry sherry if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Main
- Cuisine: Italian-American