Margarita Beef With Orange Salsa (Tex-Mex)

Submitted by Pokey in San Antonio

"A little something different for the grill--very tasty."

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 19
• Serves: 5-6

ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 lbs sirloin steaks (1-inch thick)

• Marinade

• 2⁄3 cup frozen orange juice concentrate
• 1⁄2 cup tequila
• 1⁄3 cup fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh ginger (minced)
• 2 garlic cloves (crushed)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

• Orange Salsa

• 2 cups oranges (fresh, 1/2-inch pieces)
• 1⁄2 cup red onion (chopped)
• 1⁄4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 3 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh extra virgin olive oil
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon dried oregano

• Garnish

• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 1 lime, cut into wedges

directions

1. For the marinade: combine orange juice concentrate, tequila, lime juice, oil, ginger, garlic, salt, oregano, and red pepper in zip lock bag.
2. Place steak in bag and marinade for 4 hours or over night.
3. Grill steak over medium coals until desired doneness (recommend medium).
4. Remove steak and let stand for 10 minutes. Then carve steak crosswise into thin slices.
5. Arrange on serving platter, garnish with cilantro and lime.
6. Serve with orange salsa.
7. For the salsa: Combine all ingredients in a non-metallic bowl and refrigerate a least one hour.

Reviews

[OhSusannah]

I got this from the Dallas Morning News years ago and have made it a number of times. I'm glad to see it here so I don't have to post it myself.

 

[susie cooks]

We really enjoyed this tonight! It was easy and delicious. The slasa rocks!