Adobo Sirloin

Chipotle chiles, cumin, and lime juice give Mexican flavor to marinated and grilled steak. Perfect for a backyard barbecue. Leftovers make excellent additions to quesadillas or fajitas.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 12 mins
• Total Time: 27 mins
• Calories: 342 Calories

Ingredients

• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 lime, juiced
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
• adobo sauce from canned chipotle peppers to taste
• 4 (8 ounce) beef sirloin steaks

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat grill for high heat.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix the lime juice, garlic, oregano, and cumin. Stir in chipotle peppers, and season to taste with adobo sauce.

Step 3

Pierce the meat on both sides with a sharp knife, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and place in a glass dish. Pour lime and chipotle sauce over meat, and turn to coat. Cover, and marinate in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 hours.

Step 4

Lightly brush grill grate with oil. Place steaks on the grill, and discard marinade. Grill steaks for 6 minutes per side, or to desired doneness.