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Crispy Pan-Seared Steak with Balsamic Mushrooms and Spinach

28 min4 servings🍳 1 panPicky-eater safe bet: the plain protein, sauce on the side$22.00480 cal · 52g protein

Ingredients

  • beef sirloin steaks1½ lb
  • fresh baby spinach5 oz
  • cremini mushrooms1 lb
  • balsamic vinegar3 tbsp
  • garlic4 cloves
  • olive oil2 tbsp

Instructions

  1. 1

    Remove steaks from fridge 5 minutes before cooking; slice mushrooms and mince garlic.

  2. 2

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, season steaks with salt and pepper, then sear for 3 minutes per side for medium-rare; transfer to a plate.

  3. 3

    In the same skillet, sauté mushrooms and garlic for 4 minutes until mushrooms release moisture, then add balsamic vinegar and cook 1 minute more.

  4. 4

    Add spinach to the mushroom mixture and stir for 1 minute until wilted.

  5. 5

    Divide mushroom-spinach mixture among plates, top with one steak per plate, and serve immediately.

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