Entrée: Italy – Bistecca alla Fiorentina (Florentine Steak)

Food safety reminder: Follow safe food-handling practices and use a food thermometer to verify safe internal cooking temperatures.

Serving Size: 2

Approximate Time

Prep 5 min

Cook 12 min

Additional 30 min

Total 42 min

Ingredients

2 sirloin steaks, about 2 inches thick, about 2 lb total (907 g total)
Salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Olive oil, for brushing
Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

1. Take the sirloin steaks out of the refrigerator about 30 minutes before cooking to bring them to room temperature. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper on both sides.
2. Preheat a grill or grill pan over high heat. Lightly brush each steak with olive oil to prevent sticking.
3. Grill the steaks over high heat for about 5-6 minutes per side for rare to medium-rare, depending on thickness and preferred doneness. Use a meat thermometer if needed to ensure precision.
4. Let the steaks rest for 5 minutes before slicing against the grain.
5. Serve the steaks with a drizzle of olive oil and lemon wedges on the side.