2 Lean sirloin or rib eye steaks

For the Balsamic Marinade: 30ml/2tbsp good quality balsamic or red wine vinegar

15ml/1tbsp dark brown sugar

2 garlic cloves, peeled and finely chopped or crushed or 5ml/1tsp garlic purée

1 large sprig freshly chopped rosemary

Salt and freshly milled black pepper

5-10ml/1-2tsp mild chilli powder

Instructions: Based on a 2cm/¾inch thick steak

Rare: Rare: 2½ minutes on each side

Medium: Medium: 4 minutes on each side

Well: Well: 6 minutes on each side

In a large non-metallic dish, mix all the marinade ingredients together.

Place the steaks in the marinade and coat on both sides.

Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours or, if time allows, overnight, turning once.

Remove the steaks from the marinade and cook under a preheated moderate grill or on a prepared barbecue according to your preference.

Set aside to rest on a warm plate.

Serve the steaks with saute mushrooms and onions and potato wedges