Best 8 Chipotle Lime Flank Steak Recipes

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Indulge in a tantalizing culinary journey with our Chipotle Lime Flank Steak, a symphony of bold flavors that will awaken your taste buds. Marinated in a zesty blend of chipotle chiles, tangy limes, and an array of aromatic spices, this flank steak emerges from the grill with a delectable char and a tender, juicy interior. Savor the perfect balance of smokiness, heat, and citrus in every succulent bite. This flavorful steak is accompanied by three tantalizing recipes that elevate the dining experience to new heights. Prepare a refreshing Avocado-Tomatillo Salsa, bursting with vibrant colors and a lively flavor profile, to complement the steak's robust character. Transport yourself to the vibrant streets of Mexico with our flavorful Mexican Street Corn, featuring grilled corn on the cob slathered in a creamy, tangy sauce and sprinkled with cotija cheese. And for a side that combines sweet and savory elements, try our Grilled Pineapple with Chipotle Glaze, where juicy pineapple slices are caramelized on the grill and drizzled with a luscious chipotle glaze. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that promises an explosion of flavors and an unforgettable dining experience.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CHILI-LIME FLANK STEAK



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Give your flank steak a sweet and spicy kick with a delicious rub made from a blend of different chili powders, cumin, brown sugar and thyme. Finish it off with a squeeze of fresh lime when it comes off the grill.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lime, plus wedges for serving
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon packed light brown sugar
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chipotle chile powder
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 1 1/2- to 2-pound flank steak
Vegetable oil, for the grill

Steps:

  • Grate the zest of 1 lime; cut the lime in half. Combine zest with the chili powder, brown sugar, thyme, cumin, chipotle powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a small bowl. Squeeze the zested lime over the steak and use the lime halves to rub the juice into the meat. Rub the spice mixture on both sides of the steak. Let stand at room temperature, 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, preheat a grill to medium high. Brush the grates with vegetable oil. Grill the steak until well browned, about 8 minutes. Flip and grill until a thermometer inserted sideways into the center registers 130 degrees F to 140 degrees F, 5 to 7 more minutes for medium rare (the thinner edges of the steak will be cooked to medium).
  • Transfer to a cutting board and let rest 10 minutes. Season with salt and thinly slice against the grain. Serve with lime wedges.

STEAK WITH CHIPOTLE-LIME CHIMICHURRI



Steak with Chipotle-Lime Chimichurri image

Steak gets a flavor kick from chimichurri. This piquant, all-purpose herb sauce is so versatile, it complements most any grilled meat, poultry or fish. -Laureen Pittman, Riverside, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups fresh parsley leaves
1-1/2 cups fresh cilantro leaves
1/2 medium red onion, coarsely chopped
1 to 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
5 garlic cloves, sliced
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon grated lime zest
1/4 cup lime juice
3 teaspoons dried oregano
1-1/4 teaspoons salt, divided
3/4 teaspoon pepper, divided
2 pounds beef flat iron steaks or 2 beef top sirloin steaks (1 pound each)

Steps:

  • For chimichurri, place the first 5 ingredients in a food processor; pulse until finely chopped. Add oil, vinegar, lime zest, lime juice, oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; process until blended. Transfer to a bowl; refrigerate, covered, until serving., Sprinkle steaks with the remaining salt and pepper. Grill, covered, over medium heat 5-8 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°). Let stand 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with chimichurri.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 336 calories, Fat 26g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 462mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

CHIPOTLE LIME FLANK STEAK



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A bit spicy but not HOT. Very simple to make and a big hit. Great for when you have a bunch of friends coming for dinner.

Provided by Matthew Molus

Categories     Steak

Time 5h30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 lbs flank steaks, trimmed of fat (it's hard to find a 3 lb flank steak so it might be more than one)
marinade
2 tablespoons minced chipotle chiles in adobo
1 tablespoon minced garlic
3 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1/3 cup olive oil
3/4 cup red wine (I prefer Merlot)
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup honey
2 tablespoons minced chipotle chiles in adobo
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons dijon-style mustard
1/2 cup fresh lime juice
1 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon allspice
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1 teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste)
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Marinade flank steak for 4 hours or overnight.
  • Remove from marinade and pat dry.
  • Grill on BBQ until just medium rare.
  • Grill time will depend on the size of flank steak (s) (DO NOT OVERCOOK THE FLANK STEAK).
  • Cover loosely with aluminum foil for 7-10 minutes.
  • Slice the meat against the grain in about 1/4 inch thick slices or as thin as you can reasonably get.
  • (It is VERY important to slice the meat against the grain or it will be tough.) At last minute pour some of the dipping sauce over the cut up flank steak and serve.
  • Put the left over dipping sauce on the table for everyone to enjoy.
  • Goes great with grilled corn on the cob and white sticky rice.
  • try pouring a little of the dipping sauce on the rice.

GRILLED LIME-MARINATED FLANK STEAK WITH CHIPOTLE-HONEY SAUCE



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The flank is not the tenderest cut of beef, but it may be the most flavorful. To make it tenderer, I marinate it and slice it against the grain very thin on the bias after cooking it. So what you start with is very thin steak, and what you end up with is large thin slices of char-flavored meat that resembles roast beef. The acid in the lime marinade is very complementary to the char flavor of the meet. Marinated it anywhere from 4 to 6 hours: Any longer than that, and the lime juice will actually cook the steak, leaving you with gray meat. Recipe adapted from Chris Schlesinger Adopted 9/06

Provided by SharleneW

Categories     Weeknight

Time 5h10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 1/2 lbs flank steaks, choice grade
1 canned chipotle chile, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
1/4 cup vegetable oil
10 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice (about 5 limes)
3 canned chipotle chiles, pureed
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons peanut oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons brown mustard
1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (about 4 limes)
2 garlic cloves
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon salt
fresh cracked black pepper, to taste
4 slices crusty French bread, cut at an angle

Steps:

  • TO MARINATE STEAK: Place the steak in a large dish or baking pan.
  • Mix together the chipotle, garlic, cilantro, vegetable oil, and lime juice in a bowl and pour over the steak.
  • Cover, and marinate in the refrigerator for 4 to 6 hours (do not marinate longer), turning occasionally.
  • Prepare the grill.
  • FOR SAUCE: Combine the chipotles, honey, peanut oil, vinegar, mustard, lime juice, garlic, and cumin in a blender or food processor and puree until smooth.
  • Stir in the cilantro and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • TO PREPARE STEAK: Remove the steak and season with salt and pepper.
  • Grill over high heat for about 5 minutes on each side for medium-rare, 7 minutes on each side for medium, or to the desired doneness.
  • Remove the steak from the grill and let it rest for about 4 minutes.
  • With a sharp knife, thinly slice the steak across the grain and at a sharp angle.
  • TO SERVE: Serve the steak on top of a slice of the French bread and accompany each serving with several tablespoons of the sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 943.9, Fat 45.3, SaturatedFat 13, Cholesterol 192.8, Sodium 1711.8, Carbohydrate 65.7, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 23.9, Protein 69.1

FLANK STEAK WITH LIME-CHIPOTLE SAUCE



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Make and share this Flank Steak With Lime-Chipotle Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Steak

Time 1h15m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 lb flank steaks or 1/2 lb tri-tip steak
1/2 cup honey
2 tablespoons chipotle chiles in adobo, minced
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/2 cup lime juice
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon allspice, ground
1 teaspoon cumin, ground
1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
salt and fresh pepper, ground

Steps:

  • Mix honey with chilies, mustard, lime juice, garlic, cumin, allspice, and cilantro.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Marinate steak at least 1 hour.
  • Drain off marinade into small sauce pan and simmer.
  • Grill or BBQ steak, basting with marinade.
  • Slice steak against the grain and pour remaining marinade over meat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 487.8, Fat 10.7, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 77.1, Sodium 326, Carbohydrate 78.6, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 70.9, Protein 26.1

GRILLED MARINATED FLANK STEAK WITH LIME-CHIPOTLE SAUCE



Grilled Marinated Flank Steak With Lime-chipotle Sauce image

This is wonderful for Summer BBQ (even though I fire up the grill even during the middle of the winter). The flavors are wonderful. It may be a little spicy for some, but for the daring it's great. I found this recipe in the Oregonian newspaper, from Portland Oregon. I have many requests for this for dinner and for the recipe. Enjoy!!

Provided by GregV

Categories     Meat

Time P1DT20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

3 lbs flank steaks
2 tablespoons minced chipotle chiles in adobo
1 tablespoon minced garlic
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup olive oil
3/4 cup hearty red wine (such as burgundy)
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup honey
2 tablespoons minced chipotle chiles in adobo
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons brown mustard
1/2 cup fresh lime juice (about 4 limes)
1 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon kosher salt (to taste)
pepper
grilled sweet red onion (to garnish)
red bell pepper (to garnish)
yellow bell pepper (to garnish)

Steps:

  • To make meat: Carefully trim steak of any fat.
  • Mix together chipotle, garlic, cilantro, oil, wine and soy sauce; pour over steak. Cover and refrigerate 4 to 6 hours or overnight, turning occasionally. I always marinate overnight for the best flavor. To make sauce: In food processor, briefly blend honey, chipotle, vinegar, mustard, lime juice, garlic, cumin, allspice, cilantro and salt. Set aside. Correct seasoning with salt and pepper.
  • Prepare grill and hot coals according to manufacturer's instructions. Remove steak from marinade and discard marinade. Pat steak dry and grill over hot coals to desired doneness, approximately 4 to 5 minutes per side for medium-rare. Let steak rest 3 minutes before slicing.
  • To serve, slice meat thinly across grain on angle and arrange on warm plates with grilled sweet onions and peppers. Drizzle sauce over or serve on side.
  • NOTES : This is a great outdoor dish because it doesn't involve any stove-top or oven cooking. Any leftover meat and sauce can be turned into a filling for tacos or burritos.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 598.3, Fat 27.9, SaturatedFat 9.1, Cholesterol 154.2, Sodium 1857.3, Carbohydrate 29.9, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 25.4, Protein 51.2

CHIPOTLE-LIME FLANK STEAK



CHIPOTLE-LIME FLANK STEAK image

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (1 1/2 pound) flank steak
4 chipotle chiles canned in adobo
1/2 cup fresh lime juice
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup (about 1/2 of a bunch) chopped cilantro
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons garlic oil
1 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
salt and fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients for marinade. Marinate flank steak in the refrigerator 8 hours or overnight. Remove steak from marinade and reserve marinade. Grill or broil to desired degree of doneness. Meanwhile, as steak is grilling, bring marinade to a boil and boil until slightly reduced and thickened. Serve sauce over thinly sliced steak.

3-INGREDIENT CHIPOTLE-LIME GRILLED STEAK



3-Ingredient Chipotle-Lime Grilled Steak image

Spicy chipotle and zesty lime perk up quick and easy grilled steak. Serve with tortillas and all the fixings for a zero-fuss taco night.

Provided by Rhoda Boone

Categories     3-Ingredient Recipes     Summer     Steak     Chile Pepper     Hot Pepper     Lime Juice     Lime     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 canned chipotle chile in adobo, ribs and seeds removed, plus 1 tablespoon adobo sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons lime zest (from about 2 limes), divided
1/3 cup fresh lime juice (from about 3 limes)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more
1 1/2 pounds skirt or flank steak
Lime wedges (for serving)

Steps:

  • Blend chile, adobo sauce, 1 tsp. lime zest, lime juice, oil, 1 1/2 tsp. salt, and 1 tsp. pepper in a blender until smooth. Place steak in a large resealable plastic bag, pour marinade over, and toss to coat. Marinate, tossing occasionally, at least 30 minutes at room temperature, or chill overnight.
  • If chilled, let steak sit at room temperature 30 minutes. Prepare a grill or grill pan for medium-high heat. Remove steak from marinade; discard marinade. Grill steak until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of steak registers 120-125°F for medium-rare, 2-3 minutes per side for skirt; 3-4 minutes per side for flank. Let rest 10 minutes before thinly slicing against the grain (to make slicing easier for skirt steak, cut into 5-6" segments, then slice against the grain).
  • Transfer to a platter and top with remaining 1/2 tsp. lime zest; season with salt and pepper. Serve with lime wedges alongside.

Tips:

  • Choose the right flank steak: Look for a flank steak that is about 1 1/2 to 2 pounds and has a good amount of marbling. This will help ensure that the steak is tender and flavorful.
  • Marinate the steak: Marinating the steak in a mixture of citrus juice, garlic, and spices helps to tenderize the meat and infuse it with flavor. Be sure to marinate the steak for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
  • Cook the steak over high heat: Flank steak is best cooked over high heat so that it can quickly sear on the outside and remain tender on the inside. Cook the steak for 5-7 minutes per side, or until it reaches the desired doneness.
  • Let the steak rest: After cooking, let the steak rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the steak, resulting in a more tender and flavorful piece of meat.
  • Serve with your favorite sides: Chipotle-lime flank steak can be served with a variety of sides, such as rice, beans, grilled vegetables, or a fresh salad.

Conclusion:

Chipotle-lime flank steak is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. The marinade infuses the steak with flavor, and the high-heat cooking method results in a tender and juicy piece of meat. Serve with your favorite sides for a complete meal that everyone will enjoy.

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