Xanthan Gum Free Grilled Sirloin Steak
A perfectly seared sirloin is one of those meals that feels like a serious achievement, and this version delivers a deep, smoky crust with minimal fuss. The spice rub — smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and pepper — builds bold, layered flavor without relying on any blends or bottled sauces that might sneak in unwanted additives. Garlic-infused oil does the heavy lifting on aromatics, coating the meat before it hits the grill and then finishing the steaks with a fragrant drizzle after resting. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of thickeners and stabilizers, so there's nothing to second-guess or swap out. The key moves are a screaming-hot grill, leaving the steaks undisturbed long enough to build that gorgeous crust, and a proper five-minute rest so the juices stay locked in. A squeeze of lemon and a scatter of fresh parsley at the end brighten everything up and make it look like it came out of a steakhouse kitchen. Simple, clean, and genuinely impressive.
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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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