Best Flat Iron Steak With Three Pepper Rub Recipes

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SPICY FLAT IRON STEAK RUB



Spicy Flat Iron Steak Rub image

This is a super flavorful rub with a Southwest taste for flat iron steak. You can use this recipe for grilling, broiling or stove top (fry pan or stove top grill) cooking. The steak is also great served with a few slices of avocado on top. Let the rub sit for up to 2 days, if possible, for the best flavor.

Provided by Michelle Berger

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Beef     Steaks     Flat Iron Steak Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 ½ teaspoons ancho chile powder
1 teaspoon chipotle chile powder
1 tablespoon salt-free seasoning blend
salt and black pepper to taste
1 (2 pound) flat iron steak
¼ cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Mix the brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, ancho chile powder, chipotle chile powder, salt-free seasoning blend, salt, and pepper together in a bowl until thoroughly blended. Sprinkle over both sides of the steak, and rub into the meat. Cover, and refrigerate at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 days.
  • Before cooking, drizzle steak with vegetable oil, and rub the oil into the meat. Cook as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 586.1 calories, Carbohydrate 9.4 g, Cholesterol 154.8 mg, Fat 40.4 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 47.2 g, SaturatedFat 12.3 g, Sodium 184.5 mg, Sugar 7.1 g

SOUTHWEST FLAT IRON STEAK



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Make and share this Southwest Flat Iron Steak recipe from Food.com.

Provided by BakinBaby

Categories     Steak

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons brown sugar (packed)
1 tablespoon cumin
2 teaspoons garlic, minced
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
1 -1 1/2 lb flat iron steak

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients (except steak) in a small bowl.
  • Press rub evenly onto flat iron steaks. Let set for 1- 2 hours.
  • Grill over hot fire, turning often to avoid burning, being careful not to overcook.
  • Cut across the grain.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.4, Fat 13.8, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 73.7, Sodium 168.7, Carbohydrate 10.7, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 7.6, Protein 22.2

FLAT-IRON STEAK WITH DRY RUB



Flat-Iron Steak With Dry Rub image

Can use with any steak. From Silvia Lehrer's Cooking column in Dan's Papers, June 29, 2007. The meat is an innovative cut to the shoulder top blade steak which resulted in the nickname "flat-iron" with the rectangular shape at one end and the arrow-like at the other end.

Provided by Oolala

Categories     Steak

Time 17m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 teaspoon coarse salt, kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 (6 ounce) flat iron steaks (shoulder top blade steaks)
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Combine first 4 ingredients and stir to mix.
  • Rub the mixtue into the steaks to season and drizzle with olive oil.
  • Heat a large iron skillet over medium heat for several minutes until hot.
  • Put in the steaks and cook 3-4 minutes on one side, turn and cook 2-3 minutes longer for medium rare.
  • Let meat rest for 5 minutes then serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 435.1, Fat 33, SaturatedFat 9, Cholesterol 110.6, Sodium 709.2, Carbohydrate 1.1, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.1, Protein 32.2

SMOTHERED FLAT IRON STEAK IN A PARMESAN PEPPER SAUCE



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This is a super tasty steak dinner! Throw some medium or large shrimp in with the onion mixture for a surf and turf meal. Prep time does not include marinade time.

Provided by sexymommalucas

Categories     Steak

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb flat iron steak
1/2 cup zesty Italian dressing, divided
1/3 cup sour cream
4 1/2 teaspoons parmesan cheese, grated
3/4 teaspoon course black pepper
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 large onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Pour 1/4 cup dressing over steak and seal in a Ziploc bag. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes or overnight to marinate.
  • Combine sour cream, 2 tbsp of the remaining dressing, Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper. Refrigerate until serving time.
  • Heat remaining 2 tbsp dressing and garlic in large nonstick skillet on medium heat. Add onions; cook until golden brown, stirring frequently. Remove onions; set aside.
  • Drain steak; discard marinade. Cook steak in same skillet on medium heat 3-4 on each side for medium doneness. Place on cutting board; slice crosswise into thin strips. Serve steak topped with sauce and onions.

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