Caffeine Free Grilled Sirloin Steak
A perfectly seared sirloin is one of those meals that feels like a special occasion even on a Tuesday night. The spice rub here — smoked paprika, dried thyme, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper — builds a deeply savory crust that locks in all the good stuff while the steak rests. Garlic-infused oil does double duty, coating the meat before it hits the grill and finishing it with a glossy, aromatic drizzle at the end. The whole thing is naturally free of stimulants, so you can enjoy a hearty, satisfying dinner without any hidden ingredients that might keep you up at night. Letting the steaks rest for a full five minutes after grilling is the move that separates a good steak from a great one — don't skip it. A squeeze of fresh lemon and a scatter of flat-leaf parsley brighten the whole plate and make it feel restaurant-worthy with almost zero extra effort.
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4 servings
- 4 sirloin steaks (6–8 oz each, about 1 inch thick)
- 2 tbsp garlic-infused oil, divided
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp dried thyme
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped (optional)
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Pat the steaks dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, stir together the salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and dried thyme. Brush both sides of each steak with 1 tbsp of the garlic-infused oil, then press the spice mixture evenly onto both sides.
- 2
Preheat an outdoor grill or grill pan over high heat until very hot, about 5 minutes. The grates should be clean and lightly oiled.
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