Name: Spicy Grilled Flank Steak with Lime
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 2 lbs Steak (Flank or Skirt); 2 tbsp salt; 1 tbsp pepper (fresh ground); 1 tbsp chili powder; 1 tbsp garlic powder; 1 tbsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp cayenne pepper; 2 limes – 1 juiced before grilling (one sliced into wedges to serve with.)

At Ajpal, I add lots of tips in all of my recipes – because I am a home cook without any formal training, and I find I am more confident making dishes when I understand why it works, and what each ingredient means to the flavor of a recipe. My goal is for even the most beginner home cook to feel empowered in the kitchen.

Zesty Spicy Grilled Flank Steak with Lime

My husband is a great cook – he makes hearty, meaty stews and chilis like a pro, expertly smokes different cuts of meats, and grills like it’s nobody’s business.

Luke is the author behind some of the most popular recipes on my site (see them linked below), and his recipes always get rave reviews!

He’s back today sharing a delicious, easy, and perfect method to make deliciously spicy grilled flank steak (and a pan-fried version as well) that is perfect for salads, sandwiches, or just a relaxed hearty meal before grilling season is over!

Flank steak is a delicious option for family dinners or dinner parties, because it’s inexpensive, easy to prepare, and tastes best when cooked quickly at a high heat.

This grilled flank steak with lime is one of our favorite family meals – we love to serve it at taco bar dinner parties, over a delicious salad for a quick and easy meal prep idea, or even with scrambled eggs for a hearty and delicious breakfast!

This delicious, easy, and flavorful flank steak isn’t tough – its tender and delicious – with a lovely grilled crust.

The best thing about Luke’s recipe is he’s giving two different ways to prepare this flank steak – both in a pan, and on the grill – so you can get that great grilled flank steak flavor right in the oven if you can’t get to the grill!

Tips to a Perfect Grilled Flank Steak

Flank steak stays delicious and tender when cooked hot and fast – this is a high-heat recipe that you need to not be afraid of cooking with a tiny bit of smoke!

Sealing in the meat’s flavor is essential – and all steak should be allowed to rest for at least 5 minutes before slicing.

Flank steak can have a tough, rubbery texture if not sliced well – you need to cut the steak into thin strips, at an angle against the grain, for the best texture. Cutting the steak “against the grain” breaks down the tough, longer fibers in flank steak, making it easier to chew and great for tacos, sandwiches, salads, and other meals that you don’t want a chewy piece of meat in.

If you’re wondering how to pan-fry flank steak, we’re including that method as well for a perfectly delicious flank steak that gets a delicious grill-like crust that is an awesome grilled steak alternative!