Can I use a different cut of beef?

Yes. Sirloin works well because it grills quickly and stays fairly tender, but other grilling cuts like flank steak or strip steak can also work. Just adjust cooking time based on thickness.

Can I make the glaze ahead of time?

Yes. The glaze can be made in advance and refrigerated until needed. If it thickens in the fridge, let it sit at room temperature briefly and stir before brushing on the steak.

How spicy is this recipe?

It is described as a flavorful glaze rather than a very hot one. The chipotles add smokiness and moderate heat, but the preserves and ketchup soften the spice level.

Should I use oyster sauce or soy sauce?

Either works. Oyster sauce will make the glaze a little richer and sweeter, while soy sauce gives a saltier, more straightforward savory flavor.

How do I know when the steak is done?

Because the meat is cut into strips, it cooks quickly. Grill or broil just until browned and cooked to your preferred doneness, watching closely so the glaze does not burn.

Can I use the glaze on other proteins?

Yes. This sweet-smoky glaze would also work well on chicken, pork, or salmon, though you should adjust cooking times to the protein.

Recipes

Steak Cutlets with Chipotle Glaze

Name: Steak Cutlets with Chipotle Glaze
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 2 h 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3-4 pounds beef sirloin; 1/3 cup chablis wine; 1/3 cup olive oil; 4 tablespoons The Spice House Great North Maple Garlic; 2 tablespoons oyster sauce or soy sauce; 2 tablespoons vinegar; 1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce; 1/3 cup The Spice House canned chipotles in adobo sauce; 1/3 cup ketchup; 1/3 cup cherry preserves; 1/2 teaspoon The Spice House ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon The Spice House thyme; 4 teeaspoons lime or lemon juice

I saw a variation of this as a rub with brown sugar for salmon. I felt it was pretty close to the Great North Maple Garlic blend and came up with this. I thought the glaze was much too sweet and modified it slightly, shifting some of the cherry to chipotle. It's still not a hot glaze and should be enjoyable by most people. Michael - The Spice House Milwaukee Staff

Submitted by: Michael Kutka from West Allis, WI
Yield: 4