3-Ingredient Chipotle-Lime Grilled Steak
3-Ingredient Chipotle-Lime Grilled Steak is a flavorful Mexican Mexican Recipes dish prepared with quality ingredients. Blend chile, adobo sauce, 1 tsp. lime zest, lime juice, oil, 1 1/2 tsp. salt, and 1 tsp. pepper in a blender until smooth.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionBlend chile, adobo sauce, 1 tsp. lime zest, lime juice, oil, 1 1/2 tsp. salt, and 1 tsp. pepper in a blender until smooth.
Place steak in a large resealable plastic bag, pour marinade over, and toss to coat.
Marinate, tossing occasionally, at least 30 minutes at room temperature, or chill overnight.
If chilled, let steak sit at room temperature 30 minutes.
Prepare a grill or grill pan for medium-high heat.
Remove steak from marinade; discard marinade.
Grill steak until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of steak registers 120–125°F for medium-rare, 2–3 minutes per side for skirt; 3–4 minutes per side for flank.
Let rest 10 minutes before thinly slicing against the grain (to make slicing easier for skirt steak, cut into 5–6" segments, then slice against the grain).
Transfer to a platter and top with remaining 1/2 tsp. lime zest; season with salt and pepper.
Serve with lime wedges alongside.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.
