This recipe for grilled steaks with mushroom sauce is perfect for elevating your grilling game, pairing juicy, tender steaks with a rich, creamy mushroom sauce. The combination of smoky grilled flavor and the tangy kick from Dijon mustard in the sauce creates a deliciously balanced dish. Using a meat thermometer ensures perfect doneness, and allowing the steaks to rest keeps them juicy. The key to this steak recipe lies in its versatility: Whether using a charcoal grill for a traditional smoky taste or a gas grill for convenience, the results are equally mouthwatering. Ideal for special occasions, cozy weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, this grilled steak with mushroom sauce recipe is sure to impress and satisfy everyone at the table.
Ingredients for Steak and Mushrooms
- Beef top sirloin steak: For the juiciest and most tender steaks, pick a steak with a healthy amount of marbling. These cuts of steak may be more expensive, but the tenderness and juiciness will be well worth it. Make sure it’s about 1 inch thick, as well.
- Fresh mushrooms: For the best flavor and texture in your sauce, use cremini mushrooms, also known as baby bellas; they provide a rich, earthy flavor and a firm texture. You can also opt for a variety of different types of mushrooms, such as portobello, oyster and chanterelle, to add different textures and flavors to the sauce.
- Butter: Use unsalted butter to control the seasoning of the sauce.
- Herbs: Dried rosemary and thyme infuse the sauce with aromatic, earthy notes, enhancing the savory flavor of the dish.
- Beef broth: A savory beef broth enhances the earthy flavor of mushrooms and helps to create a cohesive sauce, blending the flavors together and adding a hearty, umami base that complements the grilled steaks perfectly.
- Dijon mustard: Dijon mustard gives the mushroom sauce a subtle sharpness and complexity. Increasing the amount of mustard will enhance the tangy flavor.
- Steak seasoning:Â Try a homemade steak seasoning blend, such as a chili rub or a sophisticated herbs de Provence blend. Garlic powder, paprika or Italian seasoning are also good options.
Directions
Step 1: Grill the steaks
Cut your steak into four pieces; sprinkle with steak seasoning. Grill the steaks, covered, over medium heat, or broil 4 inches from heat for five to seven minutes per side, or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a meat thermometer should read 135°F; for medium, 140°; and for medium-well, 145°).
Step 2: Make the mushroom sauce
Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute mushrooms in butter until tender. Stir in the Dijon mustard, beef broth, dried rosemary and thyme. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by about half. Serve over the top of the steaks.
Recipe Variations
- Make a cheesy sauce: Stir some grated Parmesan or Gorgonzola into the sauce for a creamy, cheesy variation on this steak and mushroom recipe.
- Refine with wine: Add a splash of red or white wine to the mushroom sauce for a sophisticated, grown-up twist.Â
- Make it vegan: Substitute the steak with grilled portobello mushrooms or a plant-based steak alternative, and use vegetable broth instead of beef broth. Replace the cream with a dairy-free milk alternative like coconut milk or cashew cream to make the sauce vegan-friendly.
- Try a different butter: Using a different kind of flavored butter is another easy way to mix up the recipe. Many of our butter recipes, such as fresh herb butter or basil butter, would make delicious pairings.
How to Store Grilled Steak and Mushrooms
To store grilled steaks with mushroom sauce, first let the steaks and sauce cool completely. Store them separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator, where they’ll keep for three to four days. For longer storage, wrap the steaks tightly and place them in a freezer-safe bag, and freeze the sauce in a freezer-safe container; both will last two to three months. When you’re ready to enjoy them again, thaw them in the refrigerator overnight. Reheat the steaks in a low-temperature oven and the sauce on the stovetop, adding a splash of broth or cream if needed to restore the sauce’s consistency.
Grilled Steaks with Mushroom Sauce Tips
How can I make my steak juicy and tender?
To keep your steak juicy and tender, you want an even sear and seal. You can accomplish this by not moving or turning the meat until halfway through the cooking time. Also, letting the meat rest after cooking will redistribute the juices throughout, resulting in a nice and juicy steak. Follow these other tips for making any meat as tender as can be.
What do you serve with grilled steaks with mushroom sauce?
This recipe goes perfectly with a classic side dish for steaks like creamy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables like carrots, asparagus and Brussels sprouts. A warm, buttery garlic bread is great for mopping up any extra sauce, while a simple garden salad with a light vinaigrette dressing offers a refreshing balance.
Can you make this steak recipe without a grill?Â
You can cook the steaks in a cast-iron skillet or grill pan on the stovetop. Sear the steaks on high heat to get a good crust, then finish in the oven if needed.
How do I make the sauce thicker?
If the mushroom sauce is too thin, let it simmer a bit longer to reduce and thicken. Alternatively, you can thicken the sauce by mixing a small amount of cornstarch with water and adding it to the sauce, stirring until it thickens.
