Brace your taste-buds, because we’re diving into something pretty incredible today- Harissa Sirloin Steak With Carrot-Cous Cous Salad. This North African-inspired dish offers a symphony of flavors that’ll sing in your mouth – spicy harissa marinated steak paired with the sweet crunch of carrot-cous cous salad. Perfect for those dinner parties, BBQs or just a fancy Saturday night dinner. One bite and you’ll be taken on a gastronomic adventure, and we bet you’d fall in love with it!
Our Harissa Sirloin Steak is tender, juicy and oh-so-flavorful, thanks to the spicy, aromatic harissa paste marinade, not to mention that perfect char on top. Paired with a Hearty Carrot-Cous Cous salad – a delightful accompaniment that balances the spice with its natural sweetness and refreshing crunch. So, get ready to impress your guests, or just spoil yourself!
Here’s a sneak peek, my foodie friends:
- Prep time: 20 minutes
- Cook time: 25 minutes
- Total time: 45 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 steaks with salad
So, are you ready for this flavor-packed journey? Let’s get started!
Ingredients & Equipment You’ll Need
The ingredients:
- 4 sirloin steaks
- 4 tablespoons of harissa paste
- 200g cous cous
- 4 medium-sized carrots
- Salt and pepper for seasoning
The equipment:
- Grill pan or BBQ grill
- Mixing bowls
- Grater
Harissa paste is the key player here – it’s what gives our steak its signature punch. And the freshness from the carrots make a wonderful contrast.
How To Make Harissa Sirloin Steak With Carrot-Cous Cous Salad
- Start by marinating the sirloin steak in the harissa paste. Coat the steaks properly and ensure that the paste seeps into the steak for a more intense flavor.
- While the steak sits in the marinade, let’s prep for the salad. Start by grating the carrots and set them aside.
- Then cook the cous cous as per the instructions on the packaging.
- Mix the grated carrots and cooked cous into a bowl. Season to taste, and your salad is ready.
- Grill those beautiful, marinated steaks to your desired level of doneness: rare, medium or well done. Whatever floats your boat.
- Sum up this gastronomic symphony by plating up. Lay the steak on the side of the cous cousin salad. Season to taste.
Tips For The Best Results
- The longer you let your steak marinate in harissa paste, the richer the flavor.
- Cook the cous cous just right, you wouldn’t want it soggy or too dry.
Storage Tips
- Store leftover steak in a sealed container in the fridge. It’ll stay good for up to 3 days and can be reheated on the stove or in the microwave.
- The salad can be refrigerated for up to 2 days. Refresh it with a quick toss before serving.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I use something other than harissa paste?
A: Sure, you can use other marinades, but harissa is what gives this dish its unique punch.
Q: What can I substitute the cous cous with?
A: Quinoa or brown rice are great substitutes for cous cous.
Q: Can I grill the steak on an outdoor BBQ grill?
A: Definitely! It would add a Smokey flavor which would highlight the harissa marinade.
Q: What is the best doneness level for the steak?
A: It���s personal preference, but medium-rare to medium is often recommended to keep the steak juicy.
Q: How spicy is harissa paste?
A: It is spicy but has a balanced flavor. However, you can tone down the spice level by using less or mixing it with some olive oil.
Nutritional Facts of Harissa Sirloin Steak With Carrot-Cous Cous Salad
Nutrition facts may vary depending on exact portion size and ingredients used. As a rough estimate, each serving can have around 450-550 Calories, 40g Protein, 30g Carbs, and 20g Fat.
To cap off, Harissa Sirloin Steak With Carrot-Cous Cous Salad is a heat-packing, flavor-punching meal that combines the richness of the steak with the light freshness of the salad. It’s a dinner that turns heads and wins hearts! So mates, don your chef���s hat and create this masterpiece today!
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