SECRET INGREDIENT A tangy marinade sweetened with apple juice instead of sugar does double-duty when reduced to a sauce for grilled steak. In addition to Worcestershire sauce, mustard, and hot sauce, the marinade is further enlivened by an optional splash of whiskey.

　　

Ingredients

serves 8

　　6 garlic cloves, minced

　　Coarse salt and ground pepper

　　1 quart unsweetened apple juice

　　2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard

　　2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for grill

　　1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

　　2 teaspoons hot sauce, such as Tabasco

　　1/4 cup whiskey (optional)

　　2 flank steaks (about 1 1/2 pounds each), pierced all over with a fork

　　

Step 1

1 In a 9-by-13-inch baking dish, whisk together garlic, 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper, the apple juice, mustard, oil, Worcestershire, hot sauce, and whiskey, if desired. Add steaks and turn to coat; marinate at room temperature 1 hour, turning occasionally (or cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate up to 1 day).

　　

Step 2

Transfer steaks from marinade to a platter, letting excess drip off. Pour marinade into a large saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat; cook until thickened and reduced to about 1 cup, 20 to 25 minutes. Season sauce with salt and pepper.

　　

Step 3

Meanwhile, heat grill to high; clean and lightly oil grates. Grill steaks, turning once, until well browned and cooked to desired doneness, 6 to 8 minutes per side for medium-rare. Transfer steaks to a cutting board, and tent with foil. Let rest 10 minutes before thinly slicing against the grain. Serve with sauce.

　　

Nutrition Information

Step 4

(Per Serving)

　　

Step 5

Calories: 363

　　

Step 6

Fat: 15.3g (6g Saturated Fat)

　　

Step 7

Protein: 35.1g

　　

Step 8

Carbohydrates: 16.5g

　　

Step 9

Fiber: 0.1g

　　Everyday Food: Light