Grilled Tequila Garlic Lime Flank Steak Recipe

Name: Grilled Tequila Garlic Lime Flank Steak
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup roughly chopped garlic (about 3 bulbs); 3/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (about 8 large limes); 1/2 cup clear tequila; 1/4 cup soy sauce; 1 bunch roughly chopped fresh cilantro, leaves and stems; 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced; 1 serrano pepper, seeded and diced; 1 teaspoon cumin powder; 1 tablespoon freshly cracked black pepper; 1 1/2 to 2 pounds flank steak; 12 corn tortillas, wrapped in foil; 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 1 bunch radishes, cleaned, ends cut and sliced; 1/3 cup grated queso fresco cheese; 2 ripe avocados, seeded and sliced; 3 vine ripened tomatoes, sliced in wedges; Hot sauce, for serving

Servings: persons

1 cup roughly chopped garlic (about 3 bulbs)
3/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (about 8 large limes)
1/2 cup clear tequila
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 bunch roughly chopped fresh cilantro, leaves and stems
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced
1 serrano pepper, seeded and diced
1 teaspoon cumin powder
1 tablespoon freshly cracked black pepper
1 1/2 to 2 pounds flank steak
12 corn tortillas, wrapped in foil
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 bunch radishes, cleaned, ends cut and sliced
1/3 cup grated queso fresco cheese
2 ripe avocados, seeded and sliced
3 vine ripened tomatoes, sliced in wedges
Hot sauce, for serving

1
Combine the garlic, lime juice, tequila, soy sauce, cilantro, peppers, cumin and black pepper in a resealable plastic gallon bag.
2
Add the steak and let marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
3
Remove from the refrigerator, and let marinate at room temperature another 30 to 45 minutes.
4
Prepare a grill to medium-high heat.
5
Remove the steak from the marinade, reserving the marinade.
6
Put the marinade in small saucepot and bring to a boil.
7
Then strain and reserve.
8
Put the tortillas on the corner of the grill and flip the package a few times to heat through while the steak is cooking
9
Place the steak on the grill.
10
Cook for 4 minutes, turn 180 degrees, and cook for 3 minutes more (to create cross grill marks).
11
Flip over and finish cooking for 3 to 5 minutes, depending on desired doneness.
12
Remove from the grill to a cutting board and let rest, lightly covered, for 5 minutes.
13
Slice against the grain, and serve immediately with the reserved marinade, garnishes, tortillas and hot sauce.

2950

kcal

Calories

311

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup roughly chopped garlic (about 3 bulbs), 3/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (about 8 large limes), 1/2 cup clear tequila, 1/4 cup soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Grilled Tequila Garlic Lime Flank Steak 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 Tequila Garlic Lime Flank Steak

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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