Molasses Pepper Crusted Steak Food

MOLASSES & PEPPER CRUSTED STEAK

Steps:

• Whisk together marinade ingredients. Pour into zip-top bag containing steaks. Seal tightly and flip a few times to evenly distribute marinade. Set in refrigerator to marinate for 30 minutes-2 hours, flipping bag occasionally.
• Preheat gas or charcoal grill to 400°F.
• Remove steaks and discard marinade. Season with salt and more pepper to taste.
• Place steaks on oiled grates and grill for approximately 7-9 minutes on one side, or until moisture starts to pool on the top and beef releases easily from grates with tongs. Flip once, grilling on the other side for 6-8 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 135°F with meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of steak.
• Transfer steaks to platter and let rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing against the grain.

MOLASSES MARINATED FLANK STEAK WITH ROASTED RED PEPPERS

Steps:

• In a small bowl mix together the oil, cola, molasses, soy sauce, red pepper flakes, garlic, black pepper and lime juice. Put the steak into a large shallow bowl and pour in the marinade. Move the steak around to assure the marinade is covering the meat. Allow to marinate 2 hours or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator.
• Preheat the grill over medium heat.
• Remove the steak from the marinade and put it on the grill. Cook for 4 minutes on each side. Remove from the grill to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes.
• Brush the bread slices with cream cheese. Slice the steak against the grain into very thin strips. Top the cheese with a strip of meat and a red pepper strip. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve.