Cajun Steak with Apricot Orange Glaze
Ingredients:
– 3-4 lbs. tri-tip roast(s)
Marinade:
– 1/3 cup reduced sodium soy sauce
– 1/3 cup vegetable oil
– 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
– 2 tablespoons orange juice
– 2 tablespoons brown sugar
– 2 tablespoons Cajun Spice Mix
Cajun Spice Mix:
– 2 tablespoons garlic powder
– 1 tablespoon each paprika, smoked paprika, brown sugar, onion powder, chili powder
– 1 and 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
– 2 teaspoons each cayenne pepper, salt
– 1 teaspoon each dried basil, dried thyme, pepper
Apricot Orange Glaze:
– 1/2 cup apricot preserves
– 1/3 cup orange juice
– 1 tablespoon reduced sodium soy sauce
– 1/2 tablespoon Dijon mustard
– 1/2 tablespoon brown sugar
– 1 teaspoon reserved Cajun Spice Mix
Directions:
1. Combine the ingredients for the Cajun Spice Mix in a bowl.
2. In a plastic bag, mix 2 tablespoons of the Cajun Spice Mix with the marinade ingredients. Pierce the steak and add it to the bag, massaging to coat. Marinate for 8-24 hours.
3. For the glaze, whisk together 1 teaspoon of the reserved Cajun Spice Mix with all the Apricot Orange Glaze ingredients in a saucepan. Simmer until thickened.
4. Rub the steak with the remaining Cajun Spice Mix mixed with oil. Let it sit at room temperature for 30-60 minutes.
5. Grill the steak at 400°F, searing each side for 3-5 minutes. Reduce heat to 350°F and grill for 15 minutes, flip, then grill for 10-20 minutes more, aiming for an internal temperature of 135°F (medium rare) to 145°F (medium).
6. Let the steak rest for 10 minutes, then slice thinly across the grain and serve with Apricot Orange Glaze.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes | Servings: 6
