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20-Minute Chili Lime Flank Steak That Melts Hearts

A quick and flavorful flank steak marinated in a zesty chili lime sauce, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 pound flank steak trimmed
Garnish
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 lime lime wedges for serving

Method
 

Prepare the Marinade
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Whisk until well combined.
Marinate the Steak
  1. Place the flank steak in a large resealable bag or shallow dish.
  2. Pour the marinade over the steak, ensuring it is well coated.
  3. Seal the bag or cover the dish and let it marinate for at least 10 minutes.
Grill the Steak
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Remove the steak from the marinade and discard the marinade.
  3. Grill the steak for about 5 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness.
Serve
  1. Remove the steak from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes.
  2. Slice against the grain and serve with chopped cilantro and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gFiber: 1g

Notes

For extra flavor, let the steak marinate longer if time allows. Serve with rice or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

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