Flank Steak With Cilantro Pesto Recipes

FLANK STEAK WITH CILANTRO PESTO

Steps:

• Whisk first six ingredients together. Place the steak in a large zip type plastic bag and pour in the marinade. Marinate for 8-24 hours in the refrigerator.
• To make the pesto, place the first 9 ingredients in a blender.
• Turn on the blender and slowly pour in the oil. Puree until smooth. Add more oil if necessary.
• Season the pesto with salt and pepper. Set aside or store in refrigerator. Bring to room temperature before using.
• To cook the steak, heat or prepare your grill (or broiler). Once hot, grill the steak about 6 minutes per side.
• Allow meat to rest 10 minutes before slicing on the bias.
• Drizzle pesto on top and serve.

GRILLED STEAKS WITH CILANTRO SAUCE

Steps:

• Place herbs, garlic, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a food processor; pulse until herbs are chopped. Gradually add oil, vinegar, lemon juice and pepper flakes, processing just until blended., Sprinkle steaks with remaining salt and pepper. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 6-8 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°). Cut steaks into 1/4-in. slices; serve with sauce.

FLANK STEAK WITH CILANTRO & BLUE CHEESE BUTTER

Steps:

• In a shallow dish, combine the first five ingredients. Add steak; turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate 2-4 hours., Drain beef, discarding marinade. Grill steak, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 6-8 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°). Let steak stand 5 minutes before thinly slicing across the grain., In a small bowl, beat blue cheese butter ingredients until blended. Serve steak with butter.