Beer Marinated Flank Steak With Aji And Guacamole Recipes

BEER MARINATED FLANK STEAK WITH AJI AND GUACAMOLE

Steps:

• Using a sharp knife, lightly score flank steaks about 1/8 inch deep on both sides in a crisscross pattern at 1/2 inch intervals. Place steaks in a 13x9x2 inch glass baking dish. Sprinkle steaks on both sides with oregano and cumin and a generous amount of coarse salt and freshly ground pepper. Drizzle olive oil over both sides of steaks, rubbing oil and spices into meat. Add green onions, beer and Worcestershire sauce, turning steaks several times to coat both sides. Cover and chill at least 3 hours, turning occasionally (can be done 1 day ahead -- keep chilled.).
• Prepare barbecue (medium high heat). Brush grill rack lightly with oil. Grill steaks to desired doneness. Transfer steaks to cutting board; let rest 5 minutes. Thinly slice steaks across steaks. Transfer to a platter and serve with Aji Sauce and Colombian Guacamole.
• To make the Aji Sauce:.
• Combine jalapenos, green onions, sweet onion, and cilantro in processor; puree until paste forms, scraping down sides of bowls with rubber spatula several times. Add 2 tablespoons vinegar and process until mixture is blended but some texture remains. Transfer to a small bowl. Stir in 3/4 teaspoon coarse salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper and more vinegar to taste if desired. (Can be made one day ahead. Cover and refrigerate).
• To make the Colombian Guacamole:.
• Combine avocado, cilantro, green onion, and serrano chilies in processor. Puree until smooth. Add 1/4 cup water and 2 1/2 tablespoons lime juice and process to blend. Add more water to avocado mixture by tablespoonfuls if needed and blend until a thick sauce forms. Transfer to a small bowl; season to taste with coarse salt and pepper and more lime juice if desired. (Can be made up to 2 hours ahead. Cover and Chill.).