Grilled Marinated Flank Steak with Lime Chipotle Sauce
Fire up your grill and tantalize your taste buds with this Grilled Marinated Flank Steak with Lime Chipotle Sauce! This bold and flavorful recipe pairs tender, juicy flank steak marinated in a zesty blend of fresh lime juice, smoky chipotle peppers, and aromatic spices with a rich, tangy marinade-turned-sauce. The steak is grilled to perfection, achieving a lightly charred exterior that complements its juicy interior, then drizzled with the smoky lime chipotle sauce for a true flavor explosion. Perfect for entertaining or family dinners, this quick prep-and-grill recipe is packed with Tex-Mex flair and ready in under 30 minutes of cooking. Serve it with grilled veggies, rice, or a crisp salad for a complete and irresistible meal! Keywords: grilled flank steak, lime chipotle sauce, marinated steak recipe, Tex-Mex grilling recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds flank steak
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 2 peppers chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Trim any excess fat or silver skin from the flank steak. Place it in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish.
In a food processor or blender, combine olive oil, fresh lime juice, lime zest, chipotle peppers, garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, honey, salt, and black pepper. Add 2 tablespoons of water to loosen the mixture. Blend until smooth to create the marinade.
Pour half of the marinade over the steak. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to overnight. Reserve the remaining marinade for the sauce, storing it in a covered container in the refrigerator.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
Remove the steak from the marinade and shake off any excess. Discard the used marinade.
Grill the steak for 5–6 minutes per side for medium-rare doneness, or longer depending on your preferred level of doneness. Use a meat thermometer for accuracy: 130–135°F (54–57°C) for medium-rare, 140–145°F (60–63°C) for medium.
While the steak cooks, transfer the reserved marinade to a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
Once the steak is done, transfer it to a cutting board and let it rest for 5–10 minutes. This ensures the juices redistribute throughout the meat.
Slice the steak thinly against the grain at a slight angle. Drizzle the lime chipotle sauce over the slices and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro.
Serve immediately with your choice of side dishes, such as grilled vegetables, rice, or a simple green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2852 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 186.0 g | 238% | |
| Saturated Fat | 54.6 g | 273% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 826 mg | 275% | |
| Sodium | 7170 mg | 312% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.7 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.8 g | ||
| Protein | 267.2 g | 534% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 157 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 26.2 mg | 146% | |
| Potassium | 3067 mg | 65% | |
*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.
