Grilled Flank Steak with Fajita Marinade Recipe

Name: Grilled Flank Steak with Fajita Marinade
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cups Soy Sauce; 1/2 Tablespoons Dried Ground Ancho Chile; 1/2 teaspoons Ground Cumin; 1 Tablespoon Oregano; 1/4 cups Lime Juice; 1 Tablespoon Sugar; 2 teaspoons Garlic, Minced; 1/2 teaspoons Cayenne Pepper; 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil; 2 pounds Flank Steak

Servings: persons

1
Combine all the ingredients in a small bowl except for the olive oil and steak; Whisk together until sugar is dissolved and then gradually whisk in the the olive oil.
2
Place flank steak in a Ziploc bag with marinade.
3
Place in the refrigerator and allow it to marinate, turning occasionally, for at least 1 hour and up to 12 hours.
4
Heat grill on medium heat.
5
Remove steak from marinade, pat dry with a paper towel, and place on grill.
6
Grill steak 6 to 10 minutes, turning once.
7
Flank steak is best cooked medium rare to medium (between 130 and 140 degrees F with an instant read thermometer).
8
Transfer steak to platter and cover loosely with foil.
9
Allow meat to rest for 5 minutes.
10
Thinly slice across the grain and serve.

691

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cups Soy Sauce, 1/2 Tablespoons Dried Ground Ancho Chile, 1/2 teaspoons Ground Cumin, 1 Tablespoon Oregano, and more.

Yes, Grilled Flank Steak with Fajita Marinade falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Grilled Flank Steak with Fajita Marinade

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Variations & substitutions

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