Bourbon-Ancho Marinated Top Round with Cape Goosebe

Name: Bourbon-Ancho Marinated Top Round with Cape Gooseberry Relish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 1/4 cup bourbon whiskey, such as Maker's Mark; 1/3 cup soy sauce; 2 tablespoons ancho chile puree; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 1/4 cup light brown sugar; 1 small red onion, coarsely chopped; 3 cloves garlic, chopped; Coarsely ground black pepper; 1 (2-inch thick) top round or top sirloin steak, 2 to 3 pounds; Salt; 1 pound cape gooseberries, sliced in half; 1 red onion, grilled and thinly sliced; 1 red pepper, grilled, peeled and chopped; 1 yellow pepper, grilled, peeled and chopped; 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/4 cup chopped cilantro; Salt and freshly ground pepper

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/4 cup bourbon whiskey, such as Maker's Mark
1/3 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons ancho chile puree
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/4 cup light brown sugar
1 small red onion, coarsely chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped
Coarsely ground black pepper
1 (2-inch thick) top round or top sirloin steak, 2 to 3 pounds
Salt
1 pound cape gooseberries, sliced in half
1 red onion, grilled and thinly sliced
1 red pepper, grilled, peeled and chopped
1 yellow pepper, grilled, peeled and chopped
1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Salt and freshly ground pepper

1
Combine the oil, mustard, whiskey, soy, ancho chile, red wine vinegar, brown sugar, onions, garlic and black pepper in a medium bowl.
2
Place the steak in a large baking dish, pour marinade over and turn to coat.
3
Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 days.
4
Preheat grill to high.
5
Remove steak from marinade, season with salt and grill for 15 to 20 minutes or until medium rare.
6
Remove from the grill and let rest 10 minutes before slicing.
7
Serve with relish on side.
8
Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl.
9
Serve at room temperature.

311

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 1/4 cup bourbon whiskey, such as Maker's Mark, 1/3 cup soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Bourbon-Ancho Marinated Top Round with Cape Gooseberry Relish falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Bourbon-Ancho Marinated Top Round with Cape Gooseberry Relish

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