**Grilled Chili Flank Steak with Chipotle-Tomatillo Salsa: A Taste of Mexican Delights**
Embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant flavors of Mexico with our grilled chili flank steak and chipotle-tomatillo salsa. This savory dish combines the smoky richness of flank steak, the zesty kick of chipotle peppers, and the tangy sweetness of tomatillos. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving for more. Alongside the main recipe, discover delectable accompaniments like cilantro-lime rice, a refreshing tomato-avocado salad, and a creamy guacamole, each adding its unique touch to complete this Mexican feast.
GRILLED CHILE FLANK STEAK WITH SALSA
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dinner, steaks and chops, main course
Time 45m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the orange juice, chile powder, oregano and 1 teaspoon salt. Place steak in a large glass or ceramic container and coat all over with the marinade. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- To make the salsa, light a grill, keeping a small area unlit for indirect heat. Grill pineapple over direct heat until charred on both sides, 3 to 5 minutes a side.
- Toss the tomatillos, onion, jalapeños and garlic with olive oil, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and black pepper. Place the garlic over indirect heat, cut-side down, and grill until charred and somewhat tender, 6 to 10 minutes (do not turn). Grill the onion, cut-side down over direct heat, until well charred, 3 to 5 minutes (do not turn). Grill the tomatillos and jalapeños over direct heat on both sides until they are tender and blistered, 1 to 3 minutes a side.
- When cool enough to handle, peel onion and coarsely chop it and tomatillos and jalapeños. Squeeze the garlic from the peel and mash with the flat side of a knife, then chop. In a bowl, combine vegetables, half the garlic and the pineapple. Toss in cilantro and season with a squeeze of lime juice and salt and pepper to taste.
- Grill steak until done to taste, about 2 to 4 minutes a side. Let rest for 10 minutes, then smear the remaining garlic on top. Carve steak against the grain and serve with the salsa and lime wedges.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 222, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 21 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 434 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams
GRILLED TOMATILLO SALSA
Fire up the grill for a salsa packed with tomatillo, onion and cilantro and a shot of chipotle chile.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Prepare a grill over medium heat.
- Put the tomatillos, onion and garlic on the grill (put the garlic on a metal skewer or small piece of aluminum foil to keep it from slipping through the grates.) Grill the vegetables, removing them as they are ready, until the tomatillos, turning as needed, are soft but not bursting, the onion is tender and the garlic skin is charred, 5 to 15 minutes. Cool slightly.
- Peel the garlic and put in a blender with the tomatillos, onion, cilantro, chipotle chile and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Blend until well incorporated but slightly chunky.
CHILI FLANK STEAK
I started making this recipe when we moved from Idaho to Kentucky. It gets so hot here that we use our outdoor grill as often as possible to keep the kitchen cool. My husband loves this juicy steak and its tasty sauce. I like that I can have it ready to marinate in no time. -Karma Henry, Glasgow, Kentucky
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 4-6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Pour half of the marinade into a shallow dish; add the steak and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight, turning occasionally. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade., Drain and discard marinade from steak. Grill steak, covered, over medium-hot heat for 6-10 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°). Serve with reserved marinade.
Nutrition Facts :
GRILLED CHILI FLANK STEAK WITH CHIPOTLE-TOMATILLO SALSA
A Rick Bayless-inspired dish with tomatillo salsa never disappoints.
Provided by Sarah
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Beef Steaks Flank Steak Recipes
Time 4h55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Mix together garlic, brown sugar, chili powder, pepper, salt, and cumin until blended. Spread a heavy coating of the spice blend over both sides of flank steak and place in a large glass baking dish. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for 4 to 8 hours.
- Preheat one side of an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Remove steak from the refrigerator and brush lightly with 1 tablespoon oil.
- Place steak on the hot side of the grill, cover, and cook for 5 minutes. Flip steak, cover, and cook another 5 minutes. Move steak to to cooler side of the grill, cover, and cook until desired doneness, about 2 to 5 minutes longer. Remove from the grill and let rest for 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spread tomatillos and garlic cloves on a baking sheet and drizzle lightly with 1 tablespoon oil.
- Roast in the preheated oven until vegetables are soft, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove vegetables from the oven and cool slightly, about 5 minutes.
- Scoop tomatillos and garlic into the bowl of a food processor or blender. Add chipotle peppers and remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil; pulse until blended but still slightly chunky. Pour into a serving dish and let cool.
- Slice flank steak thinly against the grain and serve with salsa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.5 calories, Carbohydrate 7.1 g, Cholesterol 33.7 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 19.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 733.3 mg, Sugar 3.8 g
CHIPOTLE GRILL INSPIRED TOMATILLO-GREEN CHILI SALSA
From the moment I first tasted this type at Chipotle Grill I was hooked on this tangy salsa. It's not always easy for me to get to the restaurant and to be honest, they don't give you a very generous portion with your chips. I looked all over the internet to find a recipe for this one, but couldn't find it so I made my own. I created this recipe based on the ingredients list on their website, plus a few of my own touches but the result is very very close. Adjust the hot peppers if more or less heat is desired.
Provided by gingerkitten D
Categories Sauces
Time 15m
Yield 1 quart approximately, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Combine the above ingredients into a food processor. Pulse until desired consistency is reached. I gave it about 4 pulses to reach a small sized chunk, perfect for scooping with chips.
GRILLED SKIRT STEAKS WITH TOMATILLOS TWO WAYS
Rich skirt steak begs for an assertive, acidic accompaniment. The tomatillo twofer showcases the fruits different personalities: In the cooked salsa, its flavor is round and lemony; in the salad, fresh lime juice sharpens the tomatillos raw brightness.
Provided by Ian Knauer
Categories Quick & Easy Father's Day Backyard BBQ Dinner Steak Summer Grill Grill/Barbecue Tomatillo Gourmet Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Make salsa:
- Slit chiles lengthwise, then stem and seed. Heat a dry heavy skillet (not nonstick) over medium heat until hot, then toast chiles, opened flat, turning and pressing with tongs, until more pliable and slightly changed in color, about 1 minute. Cover chiles with hot water in a bowl and soak until softened, about 20 minutes, then drain.
- Purée chiles, tomatillos, cilantro, garlic, brown sugar, molasses, cumin, and 1 teaspoon salt in a blender until smooth, about 1 minute.
- Heat oil in a 10-inch heavy skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers, then cook salsa (it will spatter), stirring occasionally, until slightly thicker, 5 to 8 minutes.
- Grill steaks:
- Prepare a grill for direct-heat cooking over hot charcoal (high heat for gas); see Grilling Procedure.
- Whisk together 2 tablespoons oil, cumin, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1 tsp pepper, then coat steaks.
- Oil grill rack, then grill steaks, covered only if using a gas grill, turning once, until grill marks appear, 4 to 6 minutes total for medium-rare. Let steaks rest on a cutting board, loosely covered with foil, 10 minutes.
- Make salad while steaks rest:
- Thinly slice tomatillos and toss with cilantro, shallot, lime juice, remaining 2 tablespoons oil, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Cut steaks into serving pieces and top with salsa and salad.
CHILI-STUFFED FLANK STEAK
Flank steak is a budget-friendly cut of beef that can be grilled like more expensive steaks because you tenderize the meat as you slice it. To save time, ask the butcher at the store to cut a pocket in the flank steak for you. Then, just stuff it with some canned chili and diced green chilies, rub it with a little chili powder, and brush it with some barbeque sauce right before it's done grilling. Once grilled, cut the steak in thin slices against the grain and you will have a hearty main dish that melts in the mouth. Note: use a little bit of vegetable or canola oil to rub on the surface of the steak before you grill to keep it from sticking.
Provided by cannedfood
Categories < 15 Mins
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat a grill to high heat.
- Place the flank steak on a sheet of heavy duty foil and fill the pocket of the flank steak with chili and diced chilies. Secure the opening of the flank steak with a skewer. Rub the surface of the steak with a thin film of oil (about 2 teaspoons) and season with the chili powder.
- Clean the grill grate with a metal brush and rub with oil. Put the steak on the grill, cover, and grill to medium-rare, about 8 minutes, turning once halfway through. Coat the flank steak with barbecue sauce and grill another minute on each side.
- Remove skewer, and cut flank steak in thin slices against the grain and serve.
- Nutritional Information Per Serving(including 2 teaspoons oil): Calories 380; Total fat 16g; Saturated fat 4.5g; Cholesterol 65mg; Sodium 470mg; Carbohydrate 19g; Fiber 7g; Protein 40g; Vitamin A 20%DV*; Vitamin C 15%DV; Calcium 6%DV; Iron 25%DV.
- *Daily Value.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 398.9, Fat 18.2, SaturatedFat 6.5, Cholesterol 77, Sodium 1239.5, Carbohydrate 21.4, Fiber 5.8, Sugar 4.2, Protein 38
Tips:
- Choose the right flank steak: Look for a flank steak that is at least 1 inch thick and has good marbling. This will ensure that the steak is tender and juicy after grilling.
- Marinate the steak: Marinating the flank steak in a flavorful marinade for at least 30 minutes will help to tenderize the meat and add flavor. You can use a variety of marinades, such as the one provided in the recipe.
- Grill the steak over high heat: Grilling the flank steak over high heat will help to create a nice char on the outside while keeping the inside tender and juicy. Be sure to preheat your grill before cooking.
- Let the steak rest before slicing: Once the steak is cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing. This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a more tender and flavorful steak.
- Serve with a flavorful sauce: A flavorful sauce, such as the chipotle-tomatillo salsa provided in the recipe, will help to complement the grilled flank steak and add an extra layer of flavor.
Conclusion:
Grilled chili flank steak with chipotle-tomatillo salsa is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer cookout. The flank steak is tender and juicy, the marinade adds a lot of flavor, and the chipotle-tomatillo salsa is the perfect complement. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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