Recipe Name: Sirloin Steak and Quinoa Medley
Main Ingredient: Beef (Sirloin Steak)
Ingredients:
- 8 oz sirloin steak
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 2 cups kale, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium sized onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the sauce:
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon of chili flakes
Instructions:
- Season the sirloin steak with salt and pepper.
- Heat one tablespoon of olive oil in a pan. Once hot, add the steak and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side or until it reaches your preferred level of doneness. Remove from the heat and let it rest.
- In the same pan, add the remaining olive oil, diced onion, and minced garlic. Sauté until the onions become translucent.
- Add the diced bell pepper and chopped kale to the pan. Sauté until the vegetables are cooked.
- Stir in the cooked quinoa and make sure everything is well combined.
- In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, and chili flakes to create the sauce. Pour this sauce over the quinoa and vegetable mix. Stir well.
- Slice the rested steak thinly and mix it into the quinoa and vegetable medley.
Approximate nutritional value per serving (based on serves 2):
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 35g
- Fat: 21g
- Carbs: 30g
Plating:
Place a neat serving of the sirloin steak and quinoa medley on a plate, ensuring an even distribution of beef, quinoa and vegetables. Fan out the sliced steak on top of the quinoa medley for presentation. The vibrant colors of the vegetables should provide a bold contrast to the steak and quinoa. To finish, drizzle a little bit of the remaining sauce on top for added sheen and flavor. Your dish should look hearty, vibrant, and inviting.