Coffee Marinated Steak

In the NutriGuide test kitchen, Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas refined this classic Coffee Marinated Steak to celebrate vibrant, wholesome ingredients. By prioritizing aromatic layering and precise thermal control, this recipe achieves remarkable culinary depth while preserving natural micronutrients and wholesome texture.

At NutriGuide, our mission is to ensure that home cooking is both accessible and culinary-grade. When executing Coffee Marinated Steak, focus on fresh aromatics, dry surface contact for proper searing, and allowing the food to rest before serving.

• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
• 6 tablespoons butter or margarine
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup strong brewed coffee
• 1 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons white vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire
• sauce
• 2 pounds boneless beef top sirloin
• steak, cut 1 inch thick

Chef's Sourcing & Quality Tips:

• Produce & Aromatics: Always use fresh whole aromatics and seasonal herbs rather than dehydrated powders when possible.
• Cooking Oils: Utilize cold-pressed oils with appropriate smoke points such as extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil.
• Salt & Seasoning: Season from a modest height above the pan to ensure an even, uniform crystalline dispersion.

Follow these sequential steps with careful attention to sensory cues and cooking temperatures:

Step 1: Technique & Execution

In a skillet, toast sesame seeds in butter

Step 2: Technique & Execution

Add onion and garlic; saute until tender

Step 3: Technique & Execution

In a bowl, combine the coffee, soy sauce, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce and sesame seed mixture

Step 4: Technique & Execution

Pour half into a large resealable plastic bag; add steak

Step 5: Technique & Execution

Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight, turning occasionally

Step 6: Technique & Execution

Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade