Beef Martini

Ingredients

• 1/2 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, crushed
• 1 cup barbecue sauce
• 1/4 cup gin
• 1 tablespoon dry vermouth
• 1 tablespoon green olive brine
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 4 (1/2 pound) beef sirloin steaks
• salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Method written by CompKitchen from the ingredient list. Not the original author's method, not kitchen-tested.

1. In a bowl, stir together the barbecue sauce, gin, dry vermouth, green olive brine, dried basil, crushed garlic and chopped onion.

2. Season the steaks on both sides with salt and pepper and place them in a shallow dish. Pour about half the marinade over them, cover, and refrigerate for 2 hours.

3. Set aside the remaining marinade. Pour it into a small saucepan and bring it to a boil over medium heat for 3 minutes, then keep warm over low heat.

4. Remove the steaks from the fridge and pat them dry with paper towels. Heat a heavy skillet over medium-high heat until very hot.

5. Sear the steaks for about 6 minutes per side, turning once, until the thickest part reaches at least 145°F (63°C).

6. Transfer the steaks to a board and rest for 3 minutes. Slice against the grain and serve with the warm sauce spooned over the top.