Chili Lime Flank Steak
A vibrant dish of marinated and seared flank steak with zesty lime, earthy chili powder, and cumin, perfect for impressing family and friends.
Ingredients
For the Marinade
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the Steak
- 1.5 lbs flank steak Bring to room temperature before cooking.
Instructions
Preparation
- Remove the flank steak from the refrigerator 15-20 minutes before cooking to allow it to come to room temperature.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Pat the flank steak completely dry with paper towels, then rub the spice mixture all over both sides of the meat.
Cooking
- Heat a cast iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat until it’s smoking hot.
- Carefully place the seasoned flank steak in the hot pan and cook without moving for 4-5 minutes until the bottom develops a dark crust.
- Flip the steak and cook for another 3-4 minutes for medium-rare, or 5-6 minutes for medium, until the internal temperature reaches 130°F for medium-rare.
- Once cooked, transfer the steak to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes.
- Slice the steak against the grain at a 45-degree angle into thin strips.
Notes
Marinate the steak for 1-2 hours for enhanced flavor. This recipe can be executed on an outdoor grill.