MOLASSES MARINATED FLANK STEAK WITH ROASTED RED PEPPERS

Molasses Marinated Flank Steak with Roasted Red Peppers image

Provided by Aaron McCargo Jr.

Time 4h23m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup canola oil
1/2 cup cola
1 tablespoon molasses
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon freshly cracked black pepper
1 lime, juiced
1 (2-pound) flank steak, trimmed
1 baguette, cut on the bias into 1/2-inch thick slices
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 (8-ounce) container herb-seasoned cream cheese
1 (10-ounce) jar red pepper strips
3 tablespoons chopped cilantro leaves

Steps:

In a small bowl mix together the oil, cola, molasses, soy sauce, red pepper flakes, garlic, black pepper and lime juice. Put the steak into a large shallow bowl and pour in the marinade. Move the steak around to assure the marinade is covering the meat. Allow to marinate 2 hours or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator.
Preheat the grill over medium heat.
Remove the steak from the marinade and put it on the grill. Cook for 4 minutes on each side. Remove from the grill to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes.
Brush the bread slices with cream cheese. Slice the steak against the grain into very thin strips. Top the cheese with a strip of meat and a red pepper strip. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve.