Marinated Denver Steaks

Denver Steaks are a relatively new steak cut in the UK, but is popular in the US and is best cooked rare to medium.  This recipe is perfect for steaks as it's a marinade made with fresh garlic, sherry vinegar, mustard, light soy sauce, a little oil and seasoning. For best results marinate the steaks overnight.

Prep Time: 10 mins

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Serves: 4 people

To Cook Rare: 1½-2 minutes on each side

To Cook Medium: 2-2½ minutes on each side

Ingredients

  • 2 lean Denver beef steaks

  • For the Marinade:

  • 1 large garlic clove, peeled and finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rapeseed or olive oil

Method

  1. In a shallow dish mix all the marinade ingredients together.  Add the steaks and coat on both sides.
  2. Cover and refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours or if time allows, overnight.
  3. Remove the steaks from the fridge and bring up to room temperature.
  4. Heat a non-stick griddle pan, remove the steaks from the marinade and cook according to your preference.  Remove the steaks from the pan, transfer to a warm plate and leave to rest for 5-10 minutes.
  5. Serve with French fries and a crisp salad.

Tips:

If preferred cook the steaks under a preheated grill or on a prepared barbecue.