Description
Grilled Cuban Flank Steak is a flavorful dish that captures the essence of Cuban cuisine right on your grill. This easy-to-follow recipe features a vibrant marinade made from zesty lime juice, aromatic spices, and olive oil, creating a mouthwatering experience that will impress family and friends. Perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend gatherings, this steak can be served in various ways—tacos, salads, or simply on its own. With minimal preparation time and quick cooking, it’s an ideal choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large piece of flank steak (up to 3 pounds)
- 1/3 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 tsp ground chipotle chile powder
- Optional: 2 tsp lime zest
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade by mixing all ingredients in a bowl.
- Place the flank steak in a Ziploc bag and pour the marinade over it. Seal and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, up to 24 hours.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat about 30 minutes before cooking.
- Oil the grill grates with a paper towel dipped in olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Grill the flank steak for approximately 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare or about 6 minutes per side for medium doneness.
- Let it rest for about 5 minutes before slicing against the grain and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Cuban
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 85g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg