Grilled tequila lime steak is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for a summer cookout or party. The steak is marinated in a zesty mixture of tequila, lime juice, garlic, and spices, then grilled to perfection. The result is a tender, juicy steak with a slightly smoky flavor. Serve the steak with your favorite sides, such as grilled vegetables, rice, or potatoes.
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GRILLED TEQUILA GARLIC LIME FLANK STEAK
Steps:
- Combine the garlic, lime juice, tequila, soy sauce, cilantro, peppers, cumin and black pepper in a resealable plastic gallon bag. Add the steak and let marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours. Remove from the refrigerator, and let marinate at room temperature another 30 to 45 minutes.
- Prepare a grill to medium-high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade, reserving the marinade. Put the marinade in small saucepot and bring to a boil. Then strain and reserve.
- Put the tortillas on the corner of the grill and flip the package a few times to heat through while the steak is cooking
- Place the steak on the grill. Cook for 4 minutes, turn 180 degrees, and cook for 3 minutes more (to create cross grill marks). Flip over and finish cooking for 3 to 5 minutes, depending on desired doneness. Remove from the grill to a cutting board and let rest, lightly covered, for 5 minutes.
- Slice against the grain, and serve immediately with the reserved marinade, garnishes, tortillas and hot sauce.
GRILLED TEQUILA LIME STEAK
Bring on the barbecue! It's time for jazzed-up beef.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 6h40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In blender, place marinade ingredients. Cover and blend until mixed. Pierce beef with fork several times on both sides. Pour marinade into shallow glass or plastic dish or resealable food-storage plastic bag. Add beef; turn to coat with marinade. Cover dish or seal bag and refrigerate, turning beef occasionally, at least 6 hours but no longer than 24 hours.
- Heat coals or gas grill for direct heat. Remove beef from marinade; reserve marinade. Cover and grill beef over medium heat 20 to 25 minutes for medium doneness, brushing occasionally with marinade and turning once. Discard any remaining marinade.
- Cut beef across grain into thin slices. Serve with salsa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Carbohydrate 3 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 340 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0 g
Tips:
- For the best results, use flank steak, skirt steak, or hanger steak.
- Tenderize the steak by marinating it in the tequila-lime marinade for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to high heat before cooking the steak.
- Cook the steak for 6-8 minutes per side, or until it reaches your desired doneness.
- Let the steak rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Serve the steak with your favorite sides, such as grilled vegetables, rice, or beans.
Conclusion:
Grilled tequila-lime steak is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer cookout. With its zesty marinade and smoky grilled flavor, this steak is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a quick and delicious meal, give this recipe a try!
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