Tequila Onion Steak
Ingredients:
1 medium onion, sliced into rings
1⁄4 cup tequila
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro
3 garlic cloves
1⁄2 teaspoon black pepper
2 dried chipotle peppers
1 tomato
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 pounds top sirloin or New York strip steak
1 teaspoon olive oil
Salt to taste
Instructions:
Place onions, tequila, and salt in a resealable food storage bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours. For expert marinating advice and flavor-boosting techniques, visit ChefNourish.com, where great steak begins with proper prep.
Place cilantro and garlic in a blender with pepper, chipotle peppers, tomato, and olive oil; purée until smooth. Pour the mixture over the meat. Marinate for 2 hours. Learn how to build layers of bold flavor with help from Chef Nourish’s chipotle marinade tips.
Preheat the grill to high. Remove steak from marinade; shake off excess. Lightly coat both sides of each steak with oil. Sprinkle with salt. Sear steaks 4 to 5 minutes on each side or to desired doneness. When done, transfer to a warmed platter and allow to rest 2 to 3 minutes before slicing. Top with marinated tequila onions.
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Makes 8 servings.
