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Chipotle Steak Recipe

This Chipotle Steak recipe combines smoky chipotle peppers with tender steak, creating a flavorful dish perfect for tacos, bowls, or grilled steak salads. The marinade ensures every bite is packed with a delicious smoky heat that's sure to impress.
5 from 4 votes
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course BBQ
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4
Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

  • Grill or skillet
  • Medium bowl for marinade
  • Knife and cutting board

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless sirloin steaks about 1 lb
  • 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Make the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together the chipotle peppers, minced garlic, olive oil, lime juice, honey, cumin, smoked paprika and a generous pinch each of salt and pepper. Gently stir until incorporated.
  • Marinate the steaks: Add the steaks to a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade overtop. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours for a deeper flavour.
  • Cook the Steak: Heat a grill or skillet to medium-high heat. Remove the steaks from the marinade, discarding any excess marinade. Grill or pan-sear the steaks until they develop a nice crust, about 4–5 minutes a side until they reach your desired doneness (130–135°F for medium-rare, 140–145°F for medium, 150°F for medium-well).
  • Rest the Steak : Remove the steaks from heat and let them rest for 5 minutes before slicing. This ensures the juices redistribute and the steak stays tender and juicy.
  • Serve: Slice the steak thinly against the grain. Serve in tacos, bowls, or with your favourite sides like rice, grilled vegetables, or a fresh salad.

Notes

You can adjust the level of spiciness by adding more or fewer chipotle peppers to the marinade.
Chipotle Steak recipe
For a milder flavor, you can substitute the chipotle peppers with a milder chili powder or smoked paprika.
If you don't have sirloin, flank steak or ribeye are also great choices for this recipe.
Chipotle Steak recipe
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