Best Southwest Steak Bites Recipes

SOUTHWEST STEAK

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Lime juice tenderizes the steak while garlic, chili powder and red pepper flakes kick things up. My husband and I came up with this together as something lighter to make on the grill. -Caroline Shively, Alexandria, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1/4 cup lime juice
6 garlic cloves, minced
4 teaspoons chili powder
4 teaspoons canola oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon pepper
2 beef flank steaks (1 pound each)

Steps:

In a small bowl, mix the first seven ingredients; spread over both sides of steaks. Place in a large resealable plastic bag; refrigerate 6 hours or overnight, turning occasionally., Grill steaks, covered, on a greased grill rack over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 6-9 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°)., Let steaks stand 5 minutes. Thinly slice across the grain.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 259mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SOUTHWEST STEAK

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Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

Ingredients

Two 20-ounce boneless rib-eyes
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
Coffee Spice Rub, recipe follows
Smoky Tomato-Red Chile Salsa, recipe follows
1/4 cup ancho chile powder
1/4 cup finely ground espresso- roast coffee beans
2 tablespoons sweet paprika
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon dry mustard
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon ground coriander
2 teaspoons ground ginger
2 teaspoons arbol chile powder
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons pureed chipotles in adobo sauce
3 large ripe tomatoes, diced
1 small red onion, halved and thinly sliced
1 serrano chile pepper, seeded and finely chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 teaspoons honey
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

Season two 20-ounce boneless rib-eyes with salt and pepper and rub with Coffee Spice Rub on one side. Grill rub-side down over high heat, 4 to 5 minutes; flip, reduce the heat to medium or move the steaks to a cooler spot, cover and grill 8 to 10 more minutes (for medium-rare). Serve with Smoky Tomato-Red Chile Salsa.
Whisk all of the ingredients in a bowl.
Whisk the vinegar, olive oil and chipotle puree in a bowl. Add the remaining ingredients and toss. Season with salt and pepper.

SOUTHWESTERN SKIRT STEAK WITH CHEESE GRITS

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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 poblano chile peppers, seeded and chopped into 1-inch pieces
4 plum tomatoes, sliced 1/4 inch thick
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
3/4 cup quick-cooking grits
1/2 cup shredded smoked cheddar cheese (about 2 ounces)
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 pound skirt steak, cut into 4 pieces
1 tablespoon chili powder
Juice of 1 lime, plus wedges for serving
1/2 cup roughly chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Toss the poblanos and tomatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large bowl; season with 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast until tender and lightly browned in spots, about 25 minutes; set aside.
Meanwhile, bring 3 1/2 cups salted water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Whisk in the grits, then reduce the heat to a gentle simmer; cook, whisking constantly, until thickened, 5 to 7 minutes. Whisk in the cheese, butter and 1/2 teaspoon salt until smooth. Cover and set aside.
Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the steak with salt, pepper and the chili powder. Add to the skillet and cook until browned, 3 to 4 minutes per side for medium rare. Transfer to a cutting board; let rest 5 minutes.
Toss the vegetables with the lime juice and cilantro. Slice the steak against the grain. Serve with the vegetables, grits and lime wedges.