Mexican Flank Steak Recipe

Name: Mexican Flank Steak
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (1 lb) flank steaks; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon garlic salt; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 1 (15 ounce) can tamales, in sauce; 1 teaspoon instant beef bouillon; 1/2 teaspoon hot water; 8 ounces tomato sauce; 1 dash hot pepper sauce; 2 tablespoons cold water; 4 teaspoons cornstarch; shredded monterey jack cheese

Servings: persons

2 (1 lb) flank steaks
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon garlic salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 (15 ounce) can tamales, in sauce
1 teaspoon instant beef bouillon
1/2 teaspoon hot water
8 ounces tomato sauce
1 dash hot pepper sauce
2 tablespoons cold water
4 teaspoons cornstarch
shredded monterey jack cheese

1
Pound meat on both sides with a meat mallet then sprinkle with salt, garlic salt and pepper.
2
Unwrap each of the tomales and place in a medium mixing bowl with sauce.
3
Roll up each steak from one short side to the other side (like a jelly roll cake).
4
Tie securely each steak closed with string or skewers.
5
Place Flank steak in slow cooker.
6
Dissolve bouillon in hot water.
7
Combine broth with tomato sauce and hot pepper sauce.
8
Pour over steaks.
9
Cook on low heat for 8 to 10 hours.
10
Lift out meat rolls and remove ties or skewers.
11
Pour cooking liquid into saucepan and don't forget to skim off fat.
12
Blend the cornstarch in cold water and add to cooking liquid.
13
Cook and stir till thick.
14
Serve meat with broth and shredded cheese sprinkled on top.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 (1 lb) flank steaks, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon garlic salt, 1/8 teaspoon pepper, and more.

Yes, Mexican 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.

Mexican Flank Steak

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