Spicy Lime-Cilantro Marinated Flank Steak Recipe

Name: Spicy Lime-Cilantro Marinated Flank Steak
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 cloves garlic; 1/2 red onion, chopped; 2 limes, juiced; 1 medium jalapeno chile pepper; 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves; 1 cup loosely packed cilantro leaves; 3/4 cup corn oil; 2 tablespoons honey; 3 pounds beef flank steak; kosher salt to taste

Servings: persons

1
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.
2
Preheat a grill for medium-high heat.
3
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.
4
To serve, slice the steak against the grain into 1/8 to 1/4 inch slices, and drizzle the remaining marinade over the meat.

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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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: 6 cloves garlic, 1/2 red onion, chopped, 2 limes, juiced, 1 medium jalapeno chile pepper, and more.

Yes, Spicy Lime-Cilantro Marinated 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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Spicy Lime-Cilantro Marinated Flank Steak

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