Grilled Sirloin Steak
A perfectly grilled sirloin steak with beautiful char marks and a smoky flavor, cooked over charcoal for that classic backyard taste.
- Total time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 450
- Protein
- 50g

Ingredients
- 2 lb sirloin steak
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1.5 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Take the 2 lb sirloin steak out of the fridge and let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- 2
Pat the steak dry with paper towels, then rub with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1.5 tsp kosher salt, and 1 tsp black pepper.
- 3
Preheat a charcoal grill to high heat (about 450°F) until the coals are glowing and covered with white ash.
- 4
Place the steak on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes without moving, until grill marks form and it releases easily.
- 5
Flip the steak and cook for another 4-5 minutes for medium-rare, or until the internal temperature reaches 130°F.
- 6
Remove the steak from the grill and let it rest on a cutting board for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
- 7
Slice the steak against the grain and serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- charcoal grill
- tongs
- instant-read thermometer
- cutting board
- knife
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