SOUTHERN SPICED FLANK STEAK
You can make the spicy rub for this flank steak up to a week in advance, provided you keep it stored in the refrigerator. Once cooked, be sure to thinly slice the steak before serving.
Yield: Serves 6.
July 02, 2019
SOUTHERN SPICED FLANK STEAK
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp packed golden brown sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp ground ancho chile pepper
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp oregano, crumbled
- 1 tsp canola oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 lb (0.75 kg) flank steak
Directions
- To prepare rub, combine all ingredients except steak until blended. Spread rub evenly over both sides of steak. Let stand for 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, preheat natural gas barbecue on medium heat for 10 - 15 minutes.
- Grill steak to medium rare, about 15 – 20 minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes before slicing. Using a sharp knife held at a 45° angle, slice steak against the grain into thin slices.
Nutritional analysis per serving:
167 calories, 7.1 g fat, 21.8 g protein, 3.1 g carbohydrate, 0.4 g fibre, 154 mg sodium
Tip:
Ancho chile pepper is made from the ground dried pods of the ancho chile. It has a sweet fruity flavour and is mildly hot. Look for it where spices are sold.