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
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.
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
