Ancho-Rubbed Flank Steak Recipe

ancho chiles

🥗Healthier: chipotle chiles

💰Cheaper: dried bell peppers

Chipotle adds smokiness, while bell peppers are more affordable.

steak

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork loin

Chicken is leaner, while pork is a cost-effective protein.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt is healthier with more protein.

Combine salt, brown sugar, ground ancho chili powder, cumin, and pepper to make the smoky rub.

Rub the mixture over both sides of the flank steak.

Heat oil in a hot skillet and swirl it around to coat the pan.

Cook the steak for about 3 minutes on each side or until it's done to your liking.

Transfer the steak to a cutting board and allow it to rest for about 5 minutes.

Thinly slice the steak across the grain.

Cooking Techniques

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