Beef Tenderloin , Bourbon. Espresso. Maple Syrup , soy sauce
Ingredients
4 (4 ounce) beef tenderloin steaks, cut 1 inch thick Salt and pepper
Espresso-Bourbon Sauce: 1/4 cup bourbon 1/4 cup maple syrup 1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 2 teaspoons instant espresso coffee powder 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Servings: 4 Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 25 Minutes This is a very nice and unusual sauce, but it nicely enhances the smokey grilled flavor.
Directions
Combine all sauce ingredients, except pepper, in small saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 8 minutes or until sauce is thickened and reduced by about half, stirring occasionally. Stir in pepper. Keep warm.
Place steaks on grid over medium, ash-covered coals. Grill tenderloin steaks, uncovered, 13 to 15 minutes for medium rare to medium doneness, turning occasionally. Season with salt and pepper, as desired. Serve with sauce.
