Guinness-Brined BBQ Lamb Steaks
Succulent lamb leg steaks brined in Guinness ale and grilled to perfection with a flavorful BBQ sauce. The Guinness brine helps tenderize the meat while adding rich, malty flavors that complement the lamb.
Ingredients
- •2 cups Guinness ale
- •1 tablespoon coarse salt
- •¼ cup sugar
- •1 cup water
- •3 pounds lamb leg steaks
- •1 tablespoon canola oil
- •1½ cups Guinness BBQ Sauce
Cooking Instructions
- 1.
Combine the Guinness, salt, sugar, water and 2 tablespoons spice rub in a 1-gallon zipper-lock bag. Drop in the lamb steaks, press out the air, and seal. Refrigerate for 2 to 6 hours.
360 min
- 2.
Light a grill for direct medium-high heat, about 425°F.
15 min
- 3.
Remove the lamb from the brine and pat dry. Discard the brine. Coat the lamb with the oil and season with the rub. Set aside for 10 minutes.
10 min
- 4.
Brush the grill grate and rub with oil. Grill the steaks for about 7 minutes per side for medium-rare (135°F on an instant-read thermometer). Baste with a thin layer of the sauce during the last minute of grilling.
14 min
- 5.
Rest the meat for 5 minutes before serving. Serve the steaks with the remaining sauce on the side.
5 min
