Tequila Marinated Flank Steak With Rice And Beans - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 tbsp agave syrup
1/2 cup tequila
1 None lime, juiced
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp oregano leaves
1 tbsp chili powder
2 tbsp oil
1 1/2 lbs flank steak
1 cup long-grain rice
1 can black beans (about 14 oz), drained and rinsed
2 None tomatoes, deseeded and finely diced
None None parsley, to garnish (optional)

Preparation

Mix together the agave syrup, tequila, lime juice, garlic, cumin, oregano, chili, 1 tsp salt and 1 tsp black pepper. Rub this mixture over the meat and leave in the fridge to marinate for about 2 hours.
Preheat the oven to 250\u00b0F. Heat the oil in a frying pan and fry the meat over a high heat for 2 mins on each side. Place in an ovenproof dish and bake in the oven for about 30 mins.
Meanwhile, cook the rice according to the package instructions. About 2 mins before the end of the cooking time, add the beans. Drain and stir in the tomatoes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Remove the meat from the oven, wrap in foil and leave to rest for 5 mins, then cut into strips. Arrange the rice on serving plates and top with the meat. Garnish with parsley (if using).