Description
Honey Bourbon Steak Tips offer a flavorful and easy-to-make dish featuring tender steak pieces marinated and cooked in a savory and sweet sauce made with honey, bourbon, soy sauce, and spices. Perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner, these steak tips are complemented by sautéed mushrooms for added depth and texture.
Ingredients
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Marinade and Sauce
- 1/3 cup Honey
- 1/4 cup Light Brown Sugar
- 1/2 cup Bourbon
- 1/4 cup Soy Sauce
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds Steak (Rib-eye, Sirloin, or Fillet), cut into tips
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil
- 3 tablespoons Butter (divided)
- 8 ounces Mushrooms (quartered)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a mixing bowl, combine honey, light brown sugar, bourbon, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, red pepper flakes, and minced garlic. Whisk together until the sugar is dissolved and the ingredients are well incorporated to create a flavorful marinade.
- Marinate the Steak Tips: Place the cut steak tips into a large resealable bag or bowl. Pour the marinade over the steak tips, ensuring each piece is coated evenly. Seal the bag or cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, allowing the flavors to absorb into the meat.
- Cook the Mushrooms: Heat 1 tablespoon of butter and 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the quartered mushrooms and sauté until tender and golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the mushrooms from the skillet and set aside.
- Sear the Steak Tips: In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and 2 tablespoons of butter. Remove the steak tips from the marinade, letting excess drip off, and place them in the hot skillet. Sear the steak tips on each side for about 3-4 minutes or until desired doneness is reached.
- Combine and Finish Cooking: After searing the steak tips, return the cooked mushrooms to the skillet. Pour the remaining marinade over the steak and mushrooms, carefully letting it simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens and glazes the meat.
- Serve: Remove from heat and plate the honey bourbon steak tips with mushrooms. Serve immediately with your choice of side such as mashed potatoes, rice, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Notes
- Choose your preferred steak cut for this recipe based on tenderness and budget; rib-eye and sirloin work particularly well.
- Ensure the marinade time is at least 1 hour for best flavor penetration; overnight marinating is even better if time allows.
- Be cautious when cooking with bourbon; keep heat controlled to avoid flare-ups or burning the alcohol.
- To make the dish less spicy, reduce or omit the red pepper flakes.
- Let the steak rest a few minutes after cooking to retain juices and enhance tenderness.
