Flavorful Flat Iron Steak with Chimichurri Sauce

Ingredients

• Flat iron steak (1.5 pounds)
• Olive oil (2 tablespoons (for steak) + 1/4 cup (for chimichurri sauce))
• Salt (1 teaspoon (for steak) + 1/2 teaspoon (for chimichurri sauce))
• Black pepper (1 teaspoon (for steak) + 1/2 teaspoon (for chimichurri sauce))
• Garlic powder (1 teaspoon)
• Paprika (1 teaspoon)
• Cumin (1 teaspoon)
• Red pepper flakes (1/2 teaspoon)
• Fresh parsley (1/2 cup, chopped)
• Fresh cilantro (1/2 cup, chopped)
• Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
• Red wine vinegar (2 tablespoons)
• Lemon juice (2 tablespoons)

Instructions

1. Preheat your grill or grill pan to high heat.
2. In a small bowl, mix together salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, cumin, and red pepper flakes to create the steak rub.
3. Drizzle the flat iron steak with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, then generously sprinkle the steak rub evenly on both sides, ensuring the steak is well-coated.
4. Place the seasoned steak on the hot grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, adjusting the time for your desired doneness.
5. Once cooked, remove the steak from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
6. While the steak is resting, prepare the chimichurri sauce by combining the chopped parsley, chopped cilantro, minced garlic, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, 1/4 cup olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper in a bowl. Mix well and let it sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
7. After resting, slice the steak against the grain into thin strips.
8. Serve the sliced steak with a generous drizzle of chimichurri sauce on top. Enjoy!