Mango Flat Iron Steaks + Fruity Jicama Slaw + Weber Grill #Giveaway

This post and giveaway is sponsored by Litehouse Foods and Weber. However, all comments, opinions and enthusiasm are my own.

Ladies . . . and gentlemen, it’s time to get your grill on! While I exercise my freedom to grill year ‘round, the entire month of July is specifically designated as National Grilling Month.  That means you need to be cooking outdoors at least on the weekends and, preferably, every chance Monday through Friday that you can.

Mango Marinated Steak with Fruity Jicama Ginger Slaw

My recipe for Mango Marinated Flat Iron Steaks with Fruity Jicama Ginger Slaw is a quick and easy recipe for the work week – it’s ready in just about 30 minutes and gives you an excuse to sit out on the patio for a little deserved rest and relaxation.  Sitting there next to the grill with your beverage of choice in hand (might I suggest a pina colada), smelling the delicious island-inspired aromas wafting from the grill will destress you almost as quickly as a tropical vacation.

Mango Marinated Steak is made with the flat iron cut, the second most tender cut of beef! A tropical inspired recipe for the grill that takes only 30 minutes to make.

This recipe, developed for Litehouse Foods & Weber (GRILL GIVEAWAY AT BOTTOM OF POST), uses one of my all-time favorite cuts of beef – a flat iron steak. If you’ve not yet thrown a flat iron steak before, you’re in for a real treat! While I’d like to keep this somewhat lesser known hush-hush, I’ve decided to share the “grate” news with y’all! This steak, cut by the butcher from a top blade roast,is second only in tenderness to tenderloin yet is so much more economical, typically a third the price per pound! It can be thrown on the grill “as is” or given a quick dry rub or 15 minute marinade for flavor, meaning dinner can be on the table chop-chop! Plus, the uniform shape and thickness and succulent taste are making this steak an up-and-coming grill season superstar. I’ve got to thank Beef Loving Texans for turning me on to this cut, which is one I now demonstrate time and time again in Grilling 101 classes.

Mango Jicama Ginger Slaw is a tropical take on a summer bbq side dish -- serve with grilled beef, chicken or seafood!

Y’all know I love bright and colorful side dishes made with seasonal produce just as much as my beef – the two go hand-in-hand (or, hand-in-mouth is more like it)!  I tossed together a quick slaw made from jicama (a Mexican root vegetable), mango, grated ginger and other fresh produce, finishing it with Litehouse Food’s traditional Coleslaw Dressing whisked up with some lively ingredients to add to the island-vibe.

flat irone mango slaw grill close upNow, the fun part! I get to giveaway the really cool little Weber grill I made these steaks on (well, it’s actually a brand new one, of course).  The Weber Q 1200 is so ready to ignite your grilling creativity in the backyard or on any number of off-site food adventures – I’ve used it for camping and food demos.  Smaller in size than my full-sized grill, yet not at all flimsy, this portable gas grill offers the same blazing badassery you’d expect from a Weber grill.  Things I love about it – 1) perfect for those nights when just grilling for two, and not the entire family; 2) no-fuss electric ignition and 14-oz. screw-on propane tank; 3)  two generous-sized, fold-down trays ready to accommodate all my serving trays, spatulas and other such grilling superfluities; and 4) it’s available in a rainbow array of seven color choices to match any outdoor décor (although, I’m giving away the BLUE to one of YOU).

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Mango Marinated Flat Iron Steaks with Fruity Jicama Ginger Slaw
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
1 hr
 
Make waves with this island-inspired grill recipe for tender flat iron steaks with a juicy sweat-heat slaw featuring jicama, ginger and mango! It's like a vacation for your taste buds! Also, enter to win a Weber Grill!
Course: Main Dish, Side Dish
Cuisine: Caribbean
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
Marinade & Steaks:
  • 1/4 cup mango juice
  • 2 tablespoons grated lime zest
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes
  • salt to season
  • 1 1/2 pounds flat iron steak(s)
Fruit Ginger Jicama Slaw:
  • 3 cups peeled jicama that has been julienned, grated or spiralized
  • 2 large mangos, peeled and sliced thinly
  • 1 bunch green onions, bulbs and tops
  • 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
  • 2 teaspoons dried red pepper flakes, more or less to taste
Dressing:
  • 1/2 cup prepared coleslaw dressing I prefer Litehouse Foods brand from produce section
  • 1/4 cup mango juice
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha red pepper sauce
Instructions
  1. For Marinade and Steaks: Combine mango juice, lime juice, lime zest and olive oil in bowl .Whisk in garlic, chili powder and red pepper flakes.. Pour mixture in zip-top plastic bag and add steak, turning to coat. Let marinate for 30 minutes, turning occasionally.
  2. Heat grill to approximately 400 F degrees. Remove steak from marinade; discard marinade. Season steak on both sides with salt, to personal preference. Add steak to grill and grill approximately 5 to 6 minutes, before flipping once to cook another 4 to 5 minutes. For medium-rare, remove steak from grill when instant-read thermometer registers 135F degrees. Allow to rest 5 minutes.
  3. For Dressing and Slaw: In large bowl, toss together jicama, red onion, mangos, green onions (cross-wise sliced bulbs and length-wise sliced tops), cilantro and red pepper. Set aside.
  4. In small bowl, whisk together Coleslaw Dressing, mango juice, lime juice, lime zest, vinegar, ginger, green onion and sriracha. Pour over slaw and stir gently to evenly coat. Serve cold.

221 thoughts on “Mango Flat Iron Steaks + Fruity Jicama Slaw + Weber Grill #Giveaway

  1. I learned that while grilling salmon, Place the salmon at an angle over direct high heat with the flesh side of the salmon on the grates

  2. I learned that they have delicious looking recipes on their website. I also did not know that they have apps with tips and recipes on them.

  3. ive been getting strip steaks lately.. i didnt know to put olive oil on first. and i do the salt and pepper thing already..add a few red pepper flakes.

  4. I perused through the recipe section and it is seemingly endless. If you love meat, they have a recipe for it.

  5. I love all the tutorials about selecting cuts of meat and preparing seafood. Also, the recipe section is well organized and full of great meal ideas.

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  7. I learned that they have recipes on their site. Love the Veracruz Scallops with Cool Green Chile Sauce recipe

  8. I learned that a well built grill should have welds versus screws for added strength..

  9. We love our larger Weber gas grill and this mini-version would be just perfect for our poolside cookouts! Agreed on the flat-iron, too – so tender and easy to cook to perfection.

  10. I learned that Weber has tons of amazing recipes on how to grill. I am going to have to try out some of them. I like the Classic baby back ribs recipe.

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  14. I now know the difference between a porter house and a T-bone steak (it’s all in the filet, 😉 )

  15. Reading the Quick Tips fruits and veggies, I’ve grilled peaches and pineapple but didn’t think to grill watermelon or bananas.

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  17. Oh wow I am definitely going to try this recipe! Sounds so good. I learned how to grill salmon when I went to the Weber site 🙂

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  19. The GRILLED TUNA WITH AVOCADO AND GINGER-SOY VINAIGRETTE recipe looks amazing

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  23. I learned to place the salmon at an angle over direct high heat with the flesh side of the salmon on the grates.

  24. i learned 10 foolproof tips to grill the perfect salmon. i can’t wait to try them this weekend.

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  26. I learned that you don’t have to season cast iron grills and u should preheat grill to 500 before cooking salmon

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  28. Weber Nation > Prep School … I really like the little mini classes

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  32. Before putting “SALMON” on the grill I should “PREHEAT” it to 500 degrees.
    Thanks.

  33. I’m making this recipe for dinner tonight, I happen to have all of the ingredients on hand. What a perfect way to put them all together!

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  35. I learned they have yummy recipes like GRILLED TUNA WITH AVOCADO AND GINGER-SOY VINAIGRETTE.

    Thanks for the chance to win this!

  36. I had no idea they had recipes! Saved the Veracruz Scallops recipe with chile sauce for one of our summer parties.

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  48. I learned that if you are grilling salmon and it sticks to the grates, you need to cook it longer.

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    Grilled Tuna w/ Avocado and Ginger-Soy Vinaigrette

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  76. I learned they have grilling courses and I’m going back and take them. I would love the grill and the meat Thanks for the giveaway.

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  92. I learned how to keep my grill well taken care of. Thanks for all the great info.

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