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Create an effortless, one of a kind meal that will get the whole crowd cheering for gameday with Dr Pepper!
With autumn here, one of the topics du jour for my family is college football, which is always a big deal in my house, and I always end up hosting several or so 'game parties' centered around an oversized television complemented with trays of homemade game food, from stuffed jalapenos to pork sliders. The enthusiasm comes complete with epic fan-rivalries among the younger faces, whose strangely out-of-state team-allegiance from year to year seems to be as unwavering as the wind, while the more time-weathered amongst us debate the finer points of the game, drawing upon a vast well of television-tailgate expertise.
While the games are invariably the stars of such occasions, by design, I sometimes cannot help creating a 'co-star,' something that is more than merely a hearty plate filler, while still being easy eating, and that is precisely where today's recipes fit in. As you might say, I am a one of a kind fan in my family, planning my game-days around my menus.
For starters, these marinated steaks are exceptionally versatile since they can be grilled up just as deliciously on a stovetop griddle as they can on an open grill, or they can be marinated ahead time, packed into a cooler, and grilled at a tailgate. Think of it as "Gourmet on the Go…in a stadium parking lot."
We start things off by preparing the marinade, which is a mix of fresh ginger, jalapeno, garlic, sesame oil, ketchup, balsamic vinegar, nutmeg, and olive oil. For a slight twist, we add in a 12 oz can of Dr Pepper, which adds an excellent layer of complex sweetness. Before any game party, I always cart back a few cases of Dr Pepper from my local Target.
After that is mixed, we let our boneless sirloins marinate in the fridge for at least an hour. While the steaks marinate, it is time to prepare the salad dressing, which is a mix of avocado, garlic, mayo, milk, lemon juice, salt and pepper, which we put through the food processor until it is smooth and creamy. While I served the dressing over cubed heads of lettuce, it will go excellently with any of your favorite greens.
Once the steaks are done marinating, simply grill them up, and serve alongside some Dr Pepper and Dr Pepper Cherry for a one of a kind gameday feast.
Sweet and Spicy Marinated Steaks
- Total Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients
For Sweet and Spicy Steaks:
- 3 lbs. - Boneless Sirloin Steaks
- 12 oz. can of Dr Pepper soda
- 2 inch piece of fresh ginger - grated
- 1 jalapeño - grilled and chopped with seeds
- 3 large pieces of garlic - grilled and chopped
- 2 tbs. sesame oil
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 2 tbs. balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 tsp. nutmeg
For Salad & Creamy Avocado Dressing:
- 1 avocado
- 1 large clove of garlic
- 1/4 cup of mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup of milk
- 3 tbs. lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. black pepper
- 3 tblsp. olive oil
- Favorite salad greens
Instructions
For Sweet and Spicy Steaks:
- In a small cast iron frying pan slightly char the garlic and jalapeño. Pinch the garlic from its skin and chop.
- Combine all of the ingredients for the marinade in a large bowl. Add the steaks, cover and refrigerate for at least one hour or more.
- Heat a cast iron griddle or bbq.; grill the steaks to desired the doneness. The softer the steak to the touch the more rare the meat will be.
For Salad & Creamy Avocado Dressing:
- Combine all of the above in a food processor and process until smooth and creamy.
- Serve with your favorite salad greens.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
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Enjoy with Love,
Catherine
xo
allie @ Through Her Looking Glass says
What a delicious dinner, Catherine. We love marinated steak around here, will have to try your marinade. Also love fresh ginger and have just been experimenting with sesame oil. The salad looks so fresh and delicious also. So nice to have greens in winter. (Yes, it is winter.) Have a beautiful day. XO
Arman Liew says
What a delicious combination of flavors- I've tried wine marinated steaks but never included soda in it- How creative!
Ramona W says
My husband would do a happy dance if you made this this sweet and spicy marinated steak... I would be dancing too! It truly looks like a delicious meal.
gloria says
Look really delicious Catherine !!
Ashley @ Wishes & Dishes says
This has me craving steak in the worst way! It looks like it's cooked to perfection. Such a creative dish. Love it!
Big Daddy Dave says
Catherine... Beautiful steak and a very appealing meal! Would have never thought of Dr. Pepper in this way... Take Care, Big Daddy Dave
Nee says
Dear Catherine , this dish is a winner , family will love it , blessing dear Nee 🙂
Sandra Czosek says
This looks terrific and I made a copy.
Dottie Sauchelli-Balin says
Dear Catherine,
I am not a fan of red meat, but this recipe looks delicious. It is a perfect meal for college football. I love the salad too! Your photos are so inviting and appetizing.. Thanks for sharing...Have a great day!
Dottie 🙂
David @ Spiced says
Wow, you really know how to put out a gameday spread, Catherine! This looks incredible! Can I hire you to cater our next gameday party? Haha! I'm totally making these steaks this weekend...they look awesome! #client