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.

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°F for medium-rare; 140°F for medium; 145°F 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!

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