Cocoa Crusted Grilled Flank Steak
By Traeger Kitchen
For a big win on date night, try our secret recipe for ridiculously rich & flavorful grilled steak.
Prep Time
15 Min
Cook Time
6 Min
Pellets
Hickory
Yields: 6 Servings
Ingredients
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- 1 TablespoonCocoa Powder
- 2 Teaspoonchili powder
- 1 TeaspoonChipotle Chili Powder
- 1/2 Teaspoongarlic powder
- 1/2 Teaspoononion powder
- 1 1/2 Tablespoonbrown sugar
- 1 Tablespoonkosher salt
- 1/2 Teaspoonblack pepper
- 1 Tablespooncumin
- 1 Tablespoonsmoked paprika
- As Neededolive oil
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Step 1
Cocoa Rub: In a bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, chili powder, chipotle chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, brown sugar, kosher salt, black pepper, cumin and smoked paprika.
Ingredients
1 Tablespoon Cocoa Powder
2 Teaspoon chili powder
1 Teaspoon Chipotle Chili Powder
1/2 Teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 Teaspoon onion powder
1 1/2 Tablespoon brown sugar
1 Tablespoon kosher salt
1/2 Teaspoon black pepper
1 Tablespoon cumin
1 Tablespoon smoked paprika
Step 2
Lightly drizzle the flank steak with olive oil and rub the cocoa rub on both sides
Ingredients
As Needed olive oil
Step 3
When ready to cook, set temperature to High and preheat, lid closed for 15 minutes.
00:15
500 ˚F / 260 ˚C
Step 4
Cook the flank steak directly on grill grate for 3 to 5 minutes per side, or until the internal temperatures registers 135℉ on an instant-read thermometer (for medium-rare).
135 ˚F / 57 ˚C
Step 5
Remove the flank steak from the grill and let rest for 10 to 15 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
Step 6
Slice against the grain on a sharp diagonal and serve. Enjoy!
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