Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 unit

orange

juiced, sliced

3 clove

garlic

peeled

2 cup

cilantro

fresh, rinsed

0.5 cup

chipotle chile in adobo

canned

0.25 cup

olive oil

extra virgin

3 tbsp

red wine vinegar

2 tbsp

ground cumin

2 tbsp

ground coriander

0.5 tsp

salt

1.5 lb

beef flank steak

trimmed

Step 1
~4 min

Juice 1 orange and add to a food processor or blender.

Step 2
~4 min

Add garlic cloves, fresh cilantro, chipotle chiles and their sauce, olive oil, red wine vinegar, ground cumin, ground coriander, and salt to the processor.

Step 3
~4 min

Puree the mixture until finely blended.

Step 4
~4 min

Place the flank steak in a zip-lock bag.

Step 5
~4 min

Pour the cilantro-chipotle marinade over the steak, ensuring it's fully coated.

Step 6
~4 min

Seal the bag and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or up to 1 day.

Step 7
~4 min

Remove the steak from the marinade (discard the used marinade).

Step 8
~4 min

Place the steak on a preheated, oiled barbecue grill over medium-high heat.

Step 9
~4 min

Cook the steak, turning every 4-5 minutes, until browned and cooked to your desired level of doneness.

Step 10
~4 min

Check the internal temperature for medium-rare, approximately 12 minutes total.

Step 11
~4 min

Transfer the cooked steak to a cutting board and let it rest for 3-5 minutes.

Step 12
~4 min

Thinly slice the steak against the grain.

Step 13
~4 min

Slice the remaining orange into segments.

Step 14
~4 min

Serve the sliced steak with the fresh orange slices to squeeze over the meat. Add salt to taste.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinate the steak for at least 4 hours for best flavor.

Use a meat thermometer to ensure the steak is cooked to your desired doneness.

Let the steak rest after cooking to allow the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful steak.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can marinate the steak up to 24 hours in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with rice and beans.

Serve with grilled vegetables.

Serve with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled corn on the cob
Black beans and rice
Avocado salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

South America

Cultural Significance

Reflects South American grilling traditions and bold flavors.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Barbecues
Family Gatherings
Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Summer
Barbecue
Dinner Party
Weekend

Popularity Score

75/100

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