Chili Rubbed Flank Steak Recipes

CHILI-RUBBED SKIRT STEAK

Steps:

• Heat broiler with rack 4 inches from heat. In a small bowl, combine chili powder, coriander, sugar, oregano, 1 tablespoon coarse salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Coat steaks evenly on both sides with oil, then spice mixture, patting to adhere.
• Place half the steaks on a rimmed baking sheet or broiler pan. Broil, without turning, until medium-rare, 5 to 8 minutes, depending on thickness. Transfer to a large platter, and cover with aluminum foil; let rest 10 minutes. Meanwhile, broil remaining steaks; transfer to a large plate, let cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate to use later for Steak Sandwich with Peppers.
• Remove foil and divide steaks among four serving plates. Drizzle with any accumulated juices, and serve with Romaine-Heart Salad.

CHILI RUBBED FLANK STEAK

Steps:

• Place the garlic, cumin, and cilantro in a food processor and blend till coarsely chopped.
• Add the chilis(this will be quite spicy-use less if desired), olive oil, salt, and pepper and process until smooth.
• Rub the chili mixture onto the steak. Let the steak stand at room temperature 2-3 hours(or in the refrigerator overnight). If you refrigerate, allow the meat to come to room temperature before grilling.
• Grill over a hot falme for about 5 minutes per side for medium rare, a few minutes longer for well done. Enjoy!

CHILI RUBBED FLANK STEAK WRAP

Steps:

• Preheat broiler and place rack about 6" from heat source.
• Line a broiling pan with foil.
• Combine tomato paste, chili powder and a pinch of salt in a small bowl.
• Rub tomato mixture onto steak, using fingers to press as much as possible onto meat.
• Place steak on pan and broil for about 6 minutes per side for medium rare.
• Remove steak to a cutting board and let stand for 10 minutes.
• Working against the grain, cut steak into very thin slices.
• Heat tortillas.
• Lay tortillas flat on a work surface and spread 1/4 cup salsa evenly over bottom of each.
• Arrange equal amount of steak on each tortilla, placing it on salsa.
• Sprinkle 1/4 cup cheeseand 1/4 cup lettuce over steak.
• Carefully roll each tortilla into a thich cylinder, tucking in sides as you go.
• Cut in half crosswise and secure with toothpicks.
• Enjoy.

CHILI RUBBED FLANK STEAK

Steps:

• Heat broiler; set rack 4 inches from heat. Whisk vinegar and 3 teaspoons oil together in a large bowl, then add the cabbage. Season with salt and pepper and toss thoroughly. Refrigerate.
• Slice polenta crosswise into 8 equal pieces. Heat 1/4 cup oil in a large skillet on medium heat, then add polenta and cook until golden on both sides, about 10 minutes per side. Remove to paper towel, season to taste.
• Combine chili powder, sugar, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Place steak on a broiler-proof pan. Coat both sides with remaining teaspoon oil and spice mixture. Broil without turning about 10 minutes for medium-rare, then let rest 5 minutes. Slice thinly and serve with cabbage salad and polenta rounds.