Step-by-Step Instructions
- 1Prepare marinade with olive oil, soy sauce, garlic, and herbs
- 2Place sirloin in marinade for 2-24 hours in refrigerator
- 3Remove from marinade and let come to room temperature (30 minutes)
- 4Preheat grill to medium-high heat (Medium-High)
- 5Clean and oil grill grates to prevent sticking
- 6Grill 5-7 minutes per side for medium-rare
- 7Check internal temperature reaches 120-160°F / 50-70°C (rare to well done)
- 8Remove from grill and let rest 5 minutes before slicing against the grain
Expert Tips for Marinated Grilling
- Marinating tenderizes the leaner sirloin cut
- Don't marinate longer than 24 hours or meat becomes mushy
- Reserve some marinade for basting during cooking
- Always slice against the grain for best texture
Beef Sirloin Temperature Guide
| Doneness | Temperature | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Rare | 120°F / 50°C | Cool red center, very soft texture |
| Medium Rare | 130°F / 55°C | Warm red center, tender and juicy |
| Medium | 140°F / 60°C | Warm pink center, slightly firmer texture |
| Medium Well | 150°F / 65°C | Light pink center, firm texture |
| Well Done | 160°F / 70°C | Brown throughout, firm texture |
Beef Sirloin Safety Guidelines
Important food safety practices when handling and cooking beef sirloin.
Cook to proper internal temperature
Use food thermometer
Remember
When in doubt, use a food thermometer. It's the only reliable way to ensure your beef sirloin is safely cooked and delicious.
Other Ways to Cook Beef Sirloin
Grilling
Grilling Beef Sirloin
Cook Time
15min
Grill Temperature
Medium-High
400-450°F / 204-232°C
Internal Temperature
120-160°F / 50-70°C
Rare to Well Done
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Pan-Searing
Pan-Searing Beef Sirloin
Cook Time
15min
Pan Temperature
Medium-High
300-350°F / 150-175°C
Internal Temperature
120-160°F / 50-70°C
Rare to Well Done
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Broiling
Broiling Beef Sirloin
Cook Time
15min
Broiler Temperature
500°F / 260°C
Internal Temperature
120-160°F / 50-70°C
Rare to Well Done
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Sous-vide
Sous-vide Beef Sirloin
Cook Time
2h
Cooking Temperature
135°F / 55°C
Internal Temperature
120-160°F / 50-70°C
Rare to Well Done
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