Ingredients
2 cups espresso or very strong coffee
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
3 teaspoons garlic, minced
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons black pepper
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 teaspoons salt
4 6 ounce tenderloin steaks
Method
Whisk all ingredients together except for steak. Pour into a 9"x13" dish. Place steaks into marinade and completely cover. Refrigerate for 1 hour. Heat grill and cook until desired doneness. Thinly slice steak and place on platter.
Serves 4 to 6.
Susan Mendelson is a Vancouver caterer.