Best Grilled Southwestern Steak Recipes

GRILLED SOUTHWESTERN STEAK SALAD

Steps:

• Rub steak with salt, cumin and pepper. Brush poblano peppers, corn and onion with oil. Grill steak, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 6-8 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°). Grill vegetables, covered, 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender, turning occasionally., Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, cut corn from cob; coarsely chop peppers, onion and tomatoes. Transfer vegetables to a large bowl. In a small bowl, whisk lime juice, oil, salt, cumin and pepper until blended; stir in cilantro., Drain pasta; add to vegetable mixture. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Cut steak into thin slices; add to salad.

GRILLED HAM STEAK WITH SOUTHWESTERN RUB

Steps:

• To make the rub: In a small bowl, combine all rub ingredients.
• Brush melted butter on both sides of steaks; sprinkle rub to taste on both sides of the steaks. Save any leftover spice rub in an airtight container for future use.
• Grill ham over Direct Medium heat for 4-6 minutes, turning once halfway through grilling time.
• Slice each cut into four quarters and serve immediately.

GRILLED SOUTHWESTERN STEAK AND COLORFUL VEGETABLES

Steps:

• 1) Combine marinade ingredients in small bowl. Place beef steak and marinade in food-safe plastic bag; turn steak to coat. Close bag securely and marinate in refrigerator 6 hours or as long as overnight, turning occasionally. 2) Remove steak from marinade; discard marinade. Place steak on grid over medium, ash-covered coals. Grill, covered, 12 to 14 minutes (over medium heat on preheated gas grill, 16 to 19 minutes) for medium rare (145degreesF) doneness, turning once. Do not overcook. 3) Meanwhile prepare Colorful Vegetables. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in large non-stick skillet over medium- high heat. Add bell pepper strips; cook and stir 1 to 2 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add mushrooms, zucchini, cumin, salt and black pepper; cook and stir 3 to 4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add tomato and green onion; cook and stir 1 minute. 4) Carve steak into thin slices; season with salt, as desired. Serve with Colorful Vegetables.

GRILLED SOUTHWESTERN STEAK

Steps:

• Heat grill to medium heat.
• Brush steaks with oil; coat with chili seasoning. Let stand 5 min.
• Grill 5 min., turning after 3 min. Brush with A.1.; grill 4 to 5 min. or to medium doneness (160ºF), turning after 2 min.
• Remove steaks from grill; cover with foil. Let stand 5 min. before slicing.

SOUTHWESTERN GRILLED FLANK STEAK

Steps:

• In a small bowl, stir together olive oil, Montreal steak seasoning, chili powder, oregano and black pepper. Heat grill or broiler to medium hot. Spread rub on both sides of flank steak. Let sit while grill heats up. Once grill is hot, grill meat for 5 minutes; turn over and continue to grill for an additional 3 minutes. Slice steak; serve alongside your favorite summer side dishes.

GRILLED STEAK WITH SOUTHWESTERN THREE-TOMATO SALSA

Steps:

• Make salsa: In a food processor, puree plum tomatoes, jalapeño, lime juice, and cumin; transfer to a small bowl. Stir in yellow and sun-dried tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper.
• Heat grill to medium-high (see page 367 for instructions); lightly oil grates. Pat dry steaks with paper towels. Season on both sides with salt and pepper. Cover grill; cook, turning once, about 8 minutes for medium-rare. Just before serving, stir oil from sun-dried tomatoes into salsa. Serve steaks topped with salsa.
• To prepare the tomatoes, cut off both ends with a sharp chef's knife, then make a lengthwise cut about 1/4 inch into tomato. Leave blade in place as you rotate fruit, removing core and seedy pulp. Then cut firm outer flesh as desired.