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Roasted Garlic and Bergamot-Crusted Sirloin with Thyme-Lemon Butter

Roasted Sirloin Steak with Garlic-Thyme Butter

A succulent sirloin steak roasted to perfection, topped with a rich garlic-thyme butter, and served with fresh lemon wedges.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 portions
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs Sirloin steak Choose a well-marbled cut for best flavor.
  • 1 head Garlic Roasted for a sweet flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Bergamot zest Adds a unique citrus flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter Softened for easy mixing.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh thyme Chopped.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor.
  • for serving Lemon wedges

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Aluminum Foil
  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cut the top off the head of garlic to expose the cloves. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, wrap in aluminum foil, and roast in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes, or until the cloves are soft and caramelized.
  3. While the garlic is roasting, prepare the sirloin steak. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper. Rub the bergamot zest all over the steak.
  4. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Once hot, sear the steak for about 4-5 minutes on each side until a nice brown crust forms.
  5. Transfer the seared steak to a baking dish. Once the garlic is finished roasting, squeeze the softened garlic cloves out of their skins and mix them with the softened butter, thyme, and lemon juice in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Spread the garlic-thyme butter over the top of the steak.
  7. Place the baking dish in the oven and roast for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the steak reaches your desired doneness (medium-rare is about 135°F or 57°C).
  8. Remove the steak from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
  9. Serve the sliced steak with lemon wedges and drizzle any remaining garlic-thyme butter on top.

Notes

For a twist, try substituting the thyme with rosemary or serve with a side of roasted vegetables.