I just tried this quick and easy marinade for tonight’s grilled sirloin tip steaks, also known as New England flap steak. I didn’t have as much time, so they marinated for about 4 hours instead of overnight. The longer they marinate the better.
As a side note, we usually grill more tender steaks, such as rib eyes or NY strips, or even top sirloin steaks that do not need to be marinated. Sirloin tips, however, are a different cut of meat, not to be confused with top sirloin steaks, which are quite tender. The sirloin tip is part of the round, which is a lean and tougher cut, similar to eye of the round and swiss steak. I like to buy the sirloin tip roasts and slice them into 3/4″ steaks. They are quite flavorful and easier on the budget, as well. This was the manager’s special, which were still quite fresh, and about $3.99 a pound. Continue reading »