Chipotle-Rubbed Steaks With Cilantro-Lime Butter

Jun 02, 2023June 2, 20230 2
Flavorful and juicy Chipotle-Rubbed Steaks With Cilantro-Lime Butter
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

12 min

Ready In

22 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 garlic cloves , peeled
1 cup loosely packed cilantro , including stems
3 tablespoons chipotles in adobo sauce ( to taste )
2 tablespoons ground cumin
1 tablespoon mustard powder
2 tablespoons ground coriander
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons ground black pepper
1/4 cup fresh lime juice ( from 2 limes )
1/4 cup olive oil
2 rib eye steaks , each 2 inches thick ( about 1 pound total )
4 tablespoons butter , softened
2 tablespoons minced cilantro leaves
1 garlic clove , minced
2 tablespoons lime juice ( from 1 lime )
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
2
Calories
900
Sugar
2g
Fat
78g
These Chipotle-Rubbed Steaks With Cilantro-Lime Butter are a delicious way to elevate your steak game. The rub is made with bold spices like chipotles, cumin, and coriander that give the meat a smoky and complex flavor. The cilantro-lime butter is a perfect complement to the rich meat and adds a bright and refreshing note. This dish is perfect for summer grilling or any special occasion when you want to impress your guests with a flavorful and juicy steak. Serve with your favorite sides and enjoy!

Instructions

1.In a food processor, blend garlic, cilantro, chipotles, cumin, mustard powder, coriander, salt, pepper and lime juice to a paste.
2.Rub each side of both steaks with the paste, then cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 24 hours.
3.Preheat the grill to high heat.
4.Lightly brush the steaks with olive oil and cook for about 6 minutes on each side, turning only once for medium-rare doneness.
5.While the steaks are resting, stir together butter, cilantro, garlic, lime juice and pepper until well combined. Serve over steaks.

PROS

These steaks are full of flavor and easy to make, perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight dinner.

The cilantro-lime butter adds a refreshing and tangy touch to the juicy steaks.

CONS

Rib eye steaks can be expensive and high in calories and fat.

The chipotles in adobo sauce can be spicy for some people, adjust to taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Steak is a good source of protein, iron, and vitamin B12.
Cilantro is rich in antioxidants and can help improve digestion.
Lime juice contains vitamin C and can promote hydration and lower blood pressure.

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