Ingredients

  • 1 large garlic clove
  • 1 tablespoon chopped red onion
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • One 1 1/2-pound flank steak
  • 10 lime wedges
  • 3 1/2 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, shredded (1 cup)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
  • Twelve 6-inch corn tortillas, warmed

Method

  • In a processor, pulse the garlic with the onion, lime juice, chili powder, salt and cumin.
  • With the machine on, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until a wet paste forms.
  • Rub the paste all over the steak.
  • Light a grill or preheat a grill pan.
  • Grill the steak over a medium-high fire for 10 minutes, turning once, until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part registers 125 to 130 for medium rare.
  • Transfer the steak to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes.
  • Cut the steak across the grain into 1/4-inch-thick slices.
  • Arrange the meat on a platter.
  • Squeeze 2 lime wedges over the steak slices, then top with the shredded cheese and cilantro.
  • Serve with the warm corn tortillas and the remaining lime wedges.