Easy Copycat Chipotle Steak Recipe That You Should Try!

Do you want to eat chipotle steak but in a homemade version? Then I am here with a chipotle steak recipe that will cost you less than real chipotle. In spite of the fact that Chipotle is everyone’s dream restaurant, its high prices often lead you to decline your orders. As a culinary expert, I always try out different recipes and Chipotle’s menu is always on top of my favorite list. This steak I made today is very close to real chipotle steak but it’s a homemade version.

I am sharing this recipe with you so next time if you are craving chipotle steak you can make this recipe on your own. Look at the complete guide to this recipe.

Why will you Love this Chipotle Steak Recipe?

• A perfect steak: This steak will be the best steak you will make in your home. Treat yourself to this steak and make your heart sing when you take a bite of it.
• Get your protein: The chipotle beefsteak you make will provide you with enough protein and give you the energy to work further. The perfect steak with great flavors will surely make you happy.
• Make the steak bowl: You can make the chipotle steak bowl by adding some chipotle corn salsa, tomato salsa, boiled black beans, and a small bowl of cilantro lime rice in your serving bowl.
• Perfect for outdoor parties: Make this amazing steak at outdoor parties with your family and friends. Isn’t the best feeling grilling the steak in your backyard and making the day full of memories?

Equipment Required

• Grill pan for grilling the steak.
• A large serving plate.

What you will need for Chipotle Steak

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• Ribeye steak: Beef ribeye is the best cut for steak. Ribeye steak is often used for grilling and searing the steak. These are perfect for juicy and tender steak.
• Cumin powder: Cumin powder is used to season the ribeye steak.
• Garlic powder: Garlic powder is used to add the aroma to beef steak.
• Tomato bouillon: Tomato bouillon is seasoning made with tomato and other flavors. It will give a great taste in steaks.
• Salt and black pepper: Salt and black pepper are important seasonings in this recipe. You can adjust the black pepper and salt as per your liking.
• Olive oil: Olive oil helps the seasoning to adhere to the ribeye steak. We also use olive oil for cooking the steak. Chipotle uses rice bran oil, but olive oil also suits well.

How to make the Chipotle Steak Bowl

If you are dreaming of the ideal chipotle steak bowl, then take notes of the mentioned side dishes you can serve in the chipotle steak bowl. The chipotle steak bowl consists of rice in the center, chipotle corn salsa, black beans, guacamole, fresh salsa, shredded lettuce, chipotle steak that we prepared, sour cream, and fresh jalapeños.

Prepare the Side Dishes for the Chipotle Steak Bowl

• Fresh salsa: Take a diced fresh small tomato, half red onion, and chopped cilantro. Combine all the ingredients and season with some salt and black pepper along with some lime juice. This fresh salsa is simple. I like my fresh salsa to be very simple because it tastes amazing.
• Black beans: I boiled the black beans and served them in my favorite chipotle steak bowl.
• Steamed rice: I have used steamed rice with some basic seasonings.
• Shredded lettuce: Lettuce tastes best with steak. I love to have my chipotle steak bowl with shredded lettuce.
• Guacamole: Take 2 peeled avocados and mashed them. Seasoned with salt and black pepper along with the lime juice. 
• Corn Salsa: I have not captured the preparation of my corn salsa. If you want to look into this recipe then here is the complete chipotle corn salsa recipe.

How to make the Chipotle Steak

Step 1. Take a ribeye steak, wash it thoroughly and pat it dry. Mix all the seasonings like cumin powder, black powder, garlic powder, tomato bouillon, and salt.

Step 2. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the steak and coat it well so that all the seasoning adheres to it well. Now add the seasoning and coat the ribeye steak with it. Marinate the seasoned steak for about 15-20 minutes.

Step 3. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the grill pan. Sear the steak on a grill pan for 4-5 minutes on each side. Once the steak is browned on one side then go ahead and flip it to the other side. Flip it to the other side until all the excess oil leaves the steak. I like my steak to be medium cooked but if you like your steak fully done then cook it for a long time until it is fully cooked.

Step 5. Once the steak is done allow it some rest for about 10-15 minutes before cutting into the steak. Cut the steak into cubes or slices. Serve and enjoy your chipotle steak with other side chipotle dishes.

Expert Tips

• The quality of steak matters. Use high-quality ribeye steak that is marbled intramuscular fat red meat.
• Increase the time for marination if you are not in a hurry to 30 minutes. The longer you marinate the steak the better it will absorb flavors.
• Preheat your grill pan for searing the steak. This will help the steak to sear better and quickly.
• Avoid moving the steak too much; rather place the steak in one place and let it cook on one side before flipping it to the other side. Also, sear the sides of beef steak.
• If you want your steak to be fully done, then sear the steak for more time on each side.
• Rest the steak for about 5-10 minutes because it allows the flavors to adjust and make it juicier and tender.

Storage Options

If you want to store leftovers, then place the whole steak or sliced steak in an airtight container and refrigerate the steak for a maximum of 3 days. For long-term storage, freezing is best. Wrap your steak as a whole or slice in aluminum foil, place them in freezer-safe containers, label the date and freeze them for 2 months.

If you want to reheat the steak, rest for some minutes if you want to consume it and then microwave it for 1 minute on both sides or cook it on the grill pan with some oil and water on medium flame.  Avoid reheating it on high flame because it will burn the steak from outside and the inside will not reheat properly.

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