FLANK STEAK WITH CRANBERRY CHIMICHURRI

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Chimichurri is an Argentinean herb sauce that's serve with grilled meats. The addition of cranberries makes this version not only festive, but delicious. It's a wonderful accompaniment to the tender flank steak. -Cheryl Perry, Hertford, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings (1 cup chimichurri).

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 medium papaya
1 cup chopped sweet onion
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 beef flank steak (2 pounds)
CHIMICHURRI:
1 cup fresh cilantro sprigs
1 cup fresh parsley sprigs
1 cup dried cranberries
1 shallot, finely chopped
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano or 3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
2 teaspoons grated lime zest
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup water

Steps:

  • Peel and cube papaya, reserving seeds; place papaya and seeds in a food processor. Add the onion, cumin and pepper; cover and process until smooth. Pour into a shallow dish. Add the beef and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight., For chimichurri, place the cilantro, parsley, cranberries, shallot, vinegar, paprika, garlic, oregano, lime zest, brown sugar, salt and pepper flakes in a clean food processor. While processing, gradually add oil and water in a steady stream. Refrigerate until serving., Drain beef and discard marinade. Lightly oil the grill rack. Grill beef, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 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°)., Let stand for 5 minutes before cutting steak thinly across the grain. Serve with chimichurri.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293 calories, Fat 15g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 222mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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