Sirloin Steak With Baked Sweet Potato and Bok Choy

Ingredients

• 2 sirloin steaks (about 1 inch thick, approximately 1 pound total)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin recommended)
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce (low-sodium if preferred)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 medium sweet potatoes
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (for sweet potatoes)
• Salt to taste (for sweet potatoes)
• Optional toppings for sweet potatoes: butter, cinnamon, brown sugar, or Greek yogurt
• 1 pound bok choy, cleaned and chopped
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce (for bok choy)
• 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
• Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Wash and scrub the sweet potatoes thoroughly under running water. Poke several holes in each potato with a fork to allow steam to escape during baking. Rub them with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Place them on a baking sheet lined with foil.
3. Carefully place the sweet potatoes in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until they are soft and easily pierced with a fork.
4. While the sweet potatoes are baking, prepare the marinade for the sirloin steaks. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined. Coat the sirloin steaks evenly with the marinade and let them sit at room temperature for about 15-20 minutes.
5. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and ginger, sautéing for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Then, add the chopped bok choy and cook for approximately 3-5 minutes until it is wilted but still bright green. Add 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and stir well to combine.
6. Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated sirloin steaks. Grill for about 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer depending on your desired doneness.
7. Once cooked, remove the steaks from the grill and let them rest on a cutting board for about 5-10 minutes.
8. Slice the sirloin steaks against the grain. Serve alongside the baked sweet potatoes and sautéed bok choy. Add your favorite toppings to the sweet potatoes.