Cranberry Spice Ruby Steak
Juicy grilled steak with cranberry marinade, warm spices, and smoky barbecue flavor.
Equipment
- grill or skillet
- medium bowl
- Tongs
- Whisk
Ingredients
- 4 steaks
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon coriander powder
- 1 tablespoon dried marjoram
- 1 tablespoon turmeric
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon ground cardamom
- 2 tablespoons red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Whisk together cranberry sauce, soy sauce, coriander powder, marjoram, turmeric, cocoa powder, cardamom, and red pepper flakes in a medium bowl.
- Place the steaks into a shallow dish or resealable bag.
- Pour the marinade over the steaks and coat evenly.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Preheat the grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Remove the steaks from the marinade and allow excess marinade to drip off.
- Grill or pan-sear the steaks for 3 to 4 minutes per side.
- Baste occasionally with the remaining marinade while cooking.
- Cook to your preferred doneness.
- Remove the steaks from the heat and allow them to rest briefly before serving.
- Serve hot garnished with fresh herbs or additional cranberry sauce if desired.
Notes & Wine Advice
<h2>Notes</h2>
<p>Marinating the steaks overnight creates even deeper cranberry flavor and richer spice complexity.</p> <h2>Serve Tip</h2>
<p>Serve these steaks with roasted potatoes, grilled vegetables, mushrooms, or wild rice.</p> <h2>Variations</h2>
<p>Add smoked paprika, garlic, rosemary, cinnamon, or orange zest for extra depth and festive flavor.</p> <h2>Wine Advice</h2>
<p>A fruity <a href="https://www.reneswijnbeleving.nl/webshop/zinfandel">Zinfandel</a> pairs beautifully with the cranberry marinade and warming spices.</p>
<p>Marinating the steaks overnight creates even deeper cranberry flavor and richer spice complexity.</p> <h2>Serve Tip</h2>
<p>Serve these steaks with roasted potatoes, grilled vegetables, mushrooms, or wild rice.</p> <h2>Variations</h2>
<p>Add smoked paprika, garlic, rosemary, cinnamon, or orange zest for extra depth and festive flavor.</p> <h2>Wine Advice</h2>
<p>A fruity <a href="https://www.reneswijnbeleving.nl/webshop/zinfandel">Zinfandel</a> pairs beautifully with the cranberry marinade and warming spices.</p>
Nutrition values
Calories: 450 kcal | Carbohydrates: 20 g | Protein: 35 g | Fat: 25 g | Saturated Fat: 8 g | Sodium: 920 mg | Sugar: 10 g