Spicy Balsamic Steak Marinade
Pineapple – Marinated Steak
Spicy Balsamic Steak Marinade
1 / 2 cup olive oil 1 / 2 cup balsamic vinegar 4 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1 teaspoon black pepper 1 tablespoon kosher salt 1 / 2 tablespoon oregano 1 / 2 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 / 2 teaspoon cayenne
Directions :
1 . Pour all liquids in a bowl and whisk until combined .
2 . Add all dry ingredients to bowl and whisk for another minute to combine all the flavors .
3 . Add meat to Ziploc back ( Freezer size ) and pour marinade into bag .
4 . Make sure to let all air out of bag when sealing .
5 . Massage marinade into meat through the bag so you don ’ t get your hands messy .
6 . Place bagged meat in refrigerator for approximately half an hour - until ready to cook !
7 . Enjoy !
Pineapple – Marinated Steak
1 / 2 cup pineapple juice 1 / 4 cup soy sauce kosher salt and black pepper 1 1 / 2 pounds flank steak
1 pound new potatoes ( about 10 ), halved or quartered if large
12 ounces green beans , trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 4.5-ounce can chopped green chilies 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon white vinegar 1 / 2 teaspoon ground cumin 1 / 4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
Directions
1 . In a shallow bowl or baking dish , combine the pineapple juice , soy sauce , and ½ teaspoon pepper . Add the steak and turn to coat . Let marinate for at least 30 minutes .
2 . Meanwhile , fill a large saucepan with 1 inch of water and fit with a steamer basket ; bring the water to a boil . Place the potatoes in the basket , cover , and steam until tender , 12 to 14 minutes , adding the green beans after 6 minutes ; drain . In a large bowl , toss the potatoes and green beans with the chilies , oil , vinegar , cumin , ½ teaspoon salt , and ¼ teaspoon pepper .
3 . Heat grill to medium-high . Remove the steak from the marinade ( discard the marinade ) and grill , 4 to 6 minutes per side for medium-rare . Let rest for at least 5 minutes before slicing . Serve with the potatoes and beans , sprinkled with the cilantro .
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