Lemon Garlic Sirloin Tips

Ingredients

• 2 pounds sirloin tips, trimmed and cubed into bite-sized pieces
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 4 large cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup finely chopped flat-leaf parsley, a couple of handfuls
• 1 lemon, zested and juiced
• 1/2 cup white vermouth or dry white wine

Bring meat to room temperature and pat dry. Heat the extra-virgin olive oil in large, heavy skillet or cast iron skillet over medium-high to high heat. When the oil smokes, add the meat and caramelize before turning. Once evenly browned all over, about 5 minutes, season liberally with salt and pepper, add the garlic and toss with the meat for 2 minutes. Stir in the parsley and a little lemon zest and cook for another minute. Add the white vermouth and deglaze the pan. Turn off the heat, add the lemon juice and toss to coat. Transfer to a serving platter and serve immediately. I served it on a bed of arugula with a side of roasted asparagus and sweet potato fries. 

Sweet Potato Fries with Basil Salt and Garlic Mayonnaise

Ingredients

• 5 sweet potatoes, cut into about 1 by 5-inch "fries"
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 3/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.

Place the sweet potato "fries" on a foil-lined baking sheet and toss with the olive oil. Bake until golden, about 45 minutes - 1 hour.

Meanwhile combine the basil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. In another small bowl combine the mayonnaise, garlic, and lemon juice, and stir to combine.

When the sweet potato fries come out of the oven, sprinkle with the basil salt. Serve with the garlic mayonnaise alongside for dipping.

Source: Food TV.