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

1. To prepare rub, combine all ingredients except steak until blended. Spread rub evenly over both sides of steak. Let stand for 30 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, preheat natural gas barbecue on medium heat for 10 - 15 minutes.
3. 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.