* Prepare grill to medium-high heat. Combine 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon ancho chile powder, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder. Rub 1 teaspoon canola oil over 1 (1 1/2-pound) trimmed flank steak. Rub spice mixture evenly over steak. Place steak on grill rack; grill 5 minutes on each side or until desired degree of doneness. Remove steak from grill; let stand 10 minutes. Cut across grain into thin slices.
“This recipe was one of my husband's staple meals during college. I've made it fresher and healthier by using fresh vegetables and substituting brown rice for white rice.â€� —Karen Waldman, Brookfield, Connecticut
Photo by: Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Cindy Barr
1. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl, stirring well to combine. Cover and chill at least 1 hour before serving.
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Summer Supper Menu
Southwestern Confetti Salad
Spice-rubbed flank steak*
Margaritas
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Make tacos with any leftover rice and steak. (Serves 6)
* Prepare grill to medium-high heat. Combine 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon ancho chile powder, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder. Rub 1 teaspoon canola oil over 1 (1 1/2-pound) trimmed flank steak. Rub spice mixture evenly over steak. Place steak on grill rack; grill 5 minutes on each side or until desired degree of doneness. Remove steak from grill; let stand 10 minutes. Cut across grain into thin slices.
Spice-rubbed flank steak*
Margaritas
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