Cajun Sirloin with Mushroom Leek Sauce
Looking for different ideas? Cajun Sirloin with Mushroom Leek Sauce is just whats needed. This simple, protein-packed recipe is great for dinner, and leftover the following day.
Approved for Ideal Protein phases 1 to 3. Give it a try.
Serving size
Ingredients
- 1 beef top sirloin steak (1lb)
- 2 tbsp. Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp. olive oil
- 1/2 lb. sliced assorted fresh mushrooms
- 1 medium leek (white portion only) – halved and sliced
- 1 tsp. minced garlic
- 1-1/2 cups reduced-sodium beef broth
- 1/4 tsp. pepper
- 1/8 tsp. salt
Preparation
Step 1
Rub steak with Cajun seasoning and let sit for 5 minutes.
Step 2
Take a large skillet and cook steak in oil over medium-high heat for 7-10 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (135° for medium-rare; 140° for medium; 145° for medium-well). Remove and keep warm.
Step 3
In the same skillet, sauté mushrooms and leek in 1tbsp. olive oil until tender.
Step 4
Add garlic and cook 1 minute longer. Add the beef broth, pepper and salt and keep stirring to loosen browned bits from pan.
Step 5
Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half.
Step 6
Slice steak and serve with mushroom sauce.
Step 7
Enjoy!
