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Beef With Cucumber Raita Recipe

Experience a delightful flavor explosion with this Beef Sirloin Steak recipe, featuring a refreshing cucumber raita. Inspired by Better Homes & Gardens and Yahoo, this recipe combines the juicy richness of perfectly broiled sirloin with the cool, creamy tang of a yogurt-based raita. A perfect weeknight meal that's ready in under an hour!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 190.3 kcal
Protein 54g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Beef With Cucumber Raita

  • Plain Yogurt
  • 1/2 cup finely diced cucumber
  • Sweet Onion
  • Of Fresh Mint
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Salt And Black Pepper
  • Boneless Beef Top Sirloin Steak
  • 1 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
  • Fresh Mint Leaves

How to Make Beef With Cucumber Raita

  1. Preheat your broiler.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1/2 cup finely diced cucumber, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint, and 1 teaspoon sugar. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
  3. Trim excess fat from 1 (12-ounce) beef sirloin steak. Sprinkle generously with 1 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning.
  4. Place the steak on an unheated broiler pan, positioning it 3-4 inches from the heat source.
  5. Broil for 15-17 minutes for medium-rare, or 20-22 minutes for medium, turning halfway through.
  6. Remove the steak from the broiler and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  7. Slice the steak thinly against the grain.
  8. Garnish with fresh mint leaves (optional) and serve immediately with the cucumber raita.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

15g

Carbs

1g

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Weeknight 60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Occasion Very Low Carbs Main Dish Beef Oven Easy Summer Broil Dietary One Dish Meal Low Sodium Seasonal Low Calorie Low Carb Low In Something Meat Steak Equipment 3 Steps Or Less