Best 6 Spicy Lime Cilantro Marinated Flank Steak Recipes

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Experience the tantalizing flavors of spicy lime cilantro marinated flank steak, a culinary delight that will ignite your taste buds and leave you craving for more. This zesty dish combines the bold flavors of lime, cilantro, and a touch of heat, creating a marinade that infuses the flank steak with a burst of freshness and complexity. Whether you're grilling, pan-searing, or roasting, this recipe promises a tender and succulent steak that will be the star of any meal.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SPICY LIME-CILANTRO MARINATED FLANK STEAK



Spicy Lime-Cilantro Marinated Flank Steak image

This recipe from Allrecipes.com ( TY Ryan Nomura! :) ) has all the right elements for an excellent marinated grilled steak. the recipe calls for flank steak but I plan to use on which cuts look best on sale. I will also do this at least once on the charcoal grill - it adds that wonderful smoke flavor! ***overnight marination not included in prep/cook times****

Provided by Busters friend

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 18m

Yield 9 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 garlic cloves
1/2 red onion, chopped
2 limes, juiced
1 jalapeno pepper
2 tablespoons thyme leaves, fresh
1 cup cilantro leaf, loosely packed
3/4 cup corn oil
2 tablespoons honey
3 lbs flank steaks
kosher salt, to taste

Steps:

  • Puree the garlic, onion, lime juice, jalapeno, thyme, cilantro, corn oil, and honey into the bowl of a blender or food processor until the ingredients are well incorporated. Marinate the flank steak with 1/2 cup of the puree in a resealable bag overnight in the refrigerator. Reserve the rest of the puree to use later as a sauce.
  • Preheat a grill for medium-high heat.
  • While grill is warming, remove the meat from the refrigerator and let sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes. Discard any marinade left in the bag. Liberally season the steak with the kosher salt, and cook to desired doneness, approximately 4 minutes per side for medium-rare.
  • To serve, slice the steak against the grain into 1/8 to 1/4 inch slices, and drizzle the remaining marinade over the meat.

SPICY LIME-CILANTRO MARINATED FLANK STEAK



Spicy Lime-Cilantro Marinated Flank Steak image

This can be used in fajitas, as an appetizer, or a main dish. Also good in sandwiches. Just make sure you reserve some of the marinade for a sauce.

Provided by Ryan Nomura

Categories     Mexican Recipes

Time 8h18m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 cloves garlic
½ red onion, chopped
2 limes, juiced
1 medium jalapeno chile pepper
2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
1 cup loosely packed cilantro leaves
¾ cup corn oil
2 tablespoons honey
3 pounds beef flank steak
kosher salt to taste

Steps:

  • Puree the garlic, onion, lime juice, jalapeno, thyme, cilantro, corn oil, and honey into the bowl of a blender or food processor until the ingredients are well incorporated. Marinate the flank steak with 1/2 cup of the puree in a resealable bag overnight in the refrigerator. Reserve the rest of the puree to use later as a sauce.
  • Preheat a grill for medium-high heat.
  • While grill is warming, remove the meat from the refrigerator and let sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes. Discard any marinade left in the bag. Liberally season the steak with the kosher salt, and cook to desired doneness, approximately 4 minutes per side for medium-rare.
  • To serve, slice the steak against the grain into 1/8 to 1/4 inch slices, and drizzle the remaining marinade over the meat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317.9 calories, Carbohydrate 5.6 g, Cholesterol 33.8 mg, Fat 24.6 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 18.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 82.7 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

SPICY LIME-CILANTRO MARINATED FLANK STEAK



Spicy Lime-Cilantro Marinated Flank Steak image

This can be used in fajitas, as an appetizer, or a main dish. Also good in sandwiches. Just make sure you reserve some of the marinade for a sauce.

Provided by Ryan Nomura

Categories     Mexican Recipes

Time 8h18m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 cloves garlic
½ red onion, chopped
2 limes, juiced
1 medium jalapeno chile pepper
2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
1 cup loosely packed cilantro leaves
¾ cup corn oil
2 tablespoons honey
3 pounds beef flank steak
kosher salt to taste

Steps:

  • Puree the garlic, onion, lime juice, jalapeno, thyme, cilantro, corn oil, and honey into the bowl of a blender or food processor until the ingredients are well incorporated. Marinate the flank steak with 1/2 cup of the puree in a resealable bag overnight in the refrigerator. Reserve the rest of the puree to use later as a sauce.
  • Preheat a grill for medium-high heat.
  • While grill is warming, remove the meat from the refrigerator and let sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes. Discard any marinade left in the bag. Liberally season the steak with the kosher salt, and cook to desired doneness, approximately 4 minutes per side for medium-rare.
  • To serve, slice the steak against the grain into 1/8 to 1/4 inch slices, and drizzle the remaining marinade over the meat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317.9 calories, Carbohydrate 5.6 g, Cholesterol 33.8 mg, Fat 24.6 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 18.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 82.7 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

GRILLED MARINATED FLANK STEAK WITH LIME-CHIPOTLE SAUCE



Grilled Marinated Flank Steak With Lime-chipotle Sauce image

This is wonderful for Summer BBQ (even though I fire up the grill even during the middle of the winter). The flavors are wonderful. It may be a little spicy for some, but for the daring it's great. I found this recipe in the Oregonian newspaper, from Portland Oregon. I have many requests for this for dinner and for the recipe. Enjoy!!

Provided by GregV

Categories     Meat

Time P1DT20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

3 lbs flank steaks
2 tablespoons minced chipotle chiles in adobo
1 tablespoon minced garlic
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup olive oil
3/4 cup hearty red wine (such as burgundy)
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup honey
2 tablespoons minced chipotle chiles in adobo
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons brown mustard
1/2 cup fresh lime juice (about 4 limes)
1 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon kosher salt (to taste)
pepper
grilled sweet red onion (to garnish)
red bell pepper (to garnish)
yellow bell pepper (to garnish)

Steps:

  • To make meat: Carefully trim steak of any fat.
  • Mix together chipotle, garlic, cilantro, oil, wine and soy sauce; pour over steak. Cover and refrigerate 4 to 6 hours or overnight, turning occasionally. I always marinate overnight for the best flavor. To make sauce: In food processor, briefly blend honey, chipotle, vinegar, mustard, lime juice, garlic, cumin, allspice, cilantro and salt. Set aside. Correct seasoning with salt and pepper.
  • Prepare grill and hot coals according to manufacturer's instructions. Remove steak from marinade and discard marinade. Pat steak dry and grill over hot coals to desired doneness, approximately 4 to 5 minutes per side for medium-rare. Let steak rest 3 minutes before slicing.
  • To serve, slice meat thinly across grain on angle and arrange on warm plates with grilled sweet onions and peppers. Drizzle sauce over or serve on side.
  • NOTES : This is a great outdoor dish because it doesn't involve any stove-top or oven cooking. Any leftover meat and sauce can be turned into a filling for tacos or burritos.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 598.3, Fat 27.9, SaturatedFat 9.1, Cholesterol 154.2, Sodium 1857.3, Carbohydrate 29.9, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 25.4, Protein 51.2

FLANK STEAK WITH LIME MARINADE



Flank Steak with Lime Marinade image

It's very lean, so flank steak requires tenderizing; marinate in this Asian-infused sauce before cooking, and thinly slice against the grain before serving.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Beef Recipes

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/3 cup (about 4 limes) freshly squeezed lime juice
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 scallions (about 1/3 cup), thinly sliced
2 tablespoons minced, peeled fresh ginger
1/2 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
1 1/2 pounds flank steak
Vegetable oil, for grates
Coarse salt and ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a resealable plastic bag, combine lime juice, soy sauce, scallions, ginger, and red-pepper flakes. Add steak, and seal bag (place in a dish to catch any leaks); marinate in the refrigerator, turning occasionally, up to 1 hour.
  • Heat grill to high; lightly oil grates. Remove steak from marinade, letting excess drip off (discard marinade); season with salt and black pepper. Place on grill; cover. Cook, turning once, until meat reaches desired doneness, 6 to 8 minutes for medium-rare. Let rest 10 minutes before slicing thinly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296 g, Fat 14 g, Protein 37 g

SWEET AND SPICY GRILLED FLANK STEAK



Sweet and Spicy Grilled Flank Steak image

There are some steaks that need nothing more than a little salt and pepper to bring out their beefy goodness. Flank steak is not one of them. This bold marinade is just the sort of seasoning the brawny cut begs for: lime juice and zest add brightness, brown sugar sweetness, and jalapeño and sriracha a complex heat. Just whiz it all together in a food processor and slather it on the meat. Marinate overnight (or 20 minutes if that's all the time you have) before tossing it on the grill. Lastly, always make more flank steak that you think you want. Leftovers are the best part.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, weekday, weeknight, steaks and chops, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons coarsely chopped scallions
1 tablespoon peeled and finely chopped ginger
1 fresh jalapeño, seeded if desired, coarsely chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 tablespoon light brown sugar
Zest of 1/2 lime
2 teaspoons lime juice
1 teaspoon sriracha or other hot sauce (or to taste)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt
1 1/2 pounds flank steak

Steps:

  • In a food processor, pulse together scallion, ginger, jalapeño, garlic, sugar, lime zest and juice, and sriracha. With the motor running, pour in oil until smooth.
  • Season steak with salt. Place in a large bowl and pour marinade over meat. Turn to coat well with the mixture. Cover tightly and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  • When you are ready to cook the steak, heat the grill to medium-high heat, or heat the broiler with the rack set 4 inches from the heat source. Transfer meat to the grill and cook, covered, until it reaches the desired doneness (about 5 minutes per side for medium-rare), or broil until charred and done to taste, 4 to 6 minutes per side. Let rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 239, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 3 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 24 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 314 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams

Tips:

  • Choose the right flank steak: Look for a flank steak that is about 1 1/2 to 2 pounds and has a good amount of marbling. This will help ensure that the steak is tender and flavorful.
  • Marinate the steak for at least 30 minutes: This will help the steak to absorb the flavors of the marinade and make it more tender. You can marinate the steak for up to 24 hours if you have time.
  • Cook the steak over high heat: This will help to sear the steak and lock in the juices. Cook the steak for 4-5 minutes per side, or until it reaches your desired doneness.
  • Let the steak rest before slicing: This will help the juices to redistribute throughout the steak and make it more tender. Let the steak rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
  • Serve the steak with your favorite sides: This recipe pairs well with rice, beans, vegetables, or a salad.

Conclusion:

This spicy lime cilantro marinated flank steak is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The marinade is flavorful and tangy, and the steak is cooked to perfection. Serve this steak with your favorite sides for a complete meal that everyone will enjoy.

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