Grilled Lime Marinated Flank Steak with Chipotle Honey Sauce
Savor the bold and zesty flavors of Grilled Lime Marinated Flank Steak with Chipotle Honey Sauce, a recipe that combines smoky, tangy, and sweet elements into a show-stopping dish. This easy-to-make meal features tender flank steak marinated in a vibrant blend of lime juice, garlic, cumin, and smoked paprika, then grilled to perfection for a charred, juicy finish. The star of the plate is the luscious homemade chipotle honey sauce, a perfect balance of smoky heat and caramelized sweetness, made with chipotle peppers in adobo, honey, and apple cider vinegar. Ideal for summer cookouts or weeknight dinners, this dish is ready in just 30 minutes of active cooking time and can be garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges for a pop of freshness. Whether served on its own or paired with roasted vegetables or a crisp salad, this recipe is sure to impress with its bold flavors and effortless preparation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds flank steak
- 0.25 cups lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 units garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 units chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
- 4 units lime wedges (optional, for serving)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Place the flank steak in a large resealable bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the steak, ensuring it is fully coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to overnight.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade, allowing excess marinade to drip off, and discard the used marinade.
Grill the steak for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness. Use an instant-read thermometer for accuracy (135°F for medium-rare).
While the steak is grilling, prepare the chipotle honey sauce. In a blender or food processor, combine the chipotle peppers, honey, apple cider vinegar, and water. Blend until smooth.
Transfer the sauce to a small saucepan and heat over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until warmed through.
Remove the steak from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
Slice the steak thinly against the grain to maximize tenderness. Drizzle the chipotle honey sauce over the steak or serve it on the side.
Garnish with chopped cilantro and lime wedges, if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2236 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 125.7 g | 161% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.8 g | 194% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 619 mg | 206% | |
| Sodium | 3364 mg | 146% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 90.0 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.2 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 57.2 g | ||
| Protein | 201.9 g | 404% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 185 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 20.3 mg | 113% | |
| Potassium | 2557 mg | 54% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
