Cuban Steak in Garlic-Lime Adobo
Source of Recipe
Internet
List of Ingredients
Adobo (Marinade)
4 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
Steaks
4 sirloin steaks, each 6 to 8 ounces, cut 1/2" thick
2 large onions, cut crosswise into 1/2" slices
2 tablespoons olive oil
Recipe
To prepare the adobo, place all the ingredients in a blender and process to a smooth paste. Adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper as necessary. Marinate the steaks for half an hour before cooking. Don't leave them in the marinade too long--it really takes the flavors quickly.
Preheat the grill to high.
Oil the grill, brush the onion slices with oil, and arrange them on the grate. I like to use toothpicks to hold the slices together so they're easier to manage with tongs. Grill the onions until they're nicely charred--usually 3 or 4 minutes on each side.
Grill the steaks for 2 to 3 minutes per side for medium rare. Turn 90 degrees each minute to make a nice hash of grill marks.
When done, transfer the steaks to a plate, brush with adobo, and serve with onions on the side.
The Adobo gives the meat a rich flavor, and a bit of a crust like aged beef. Really tasty!
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