Recipe: Spiced Charred Flank Steak with Roasted Garlic Aioli

SPICED CHARRED FLANK STEAK WITH ROASTED GARLIC AIOLI

FOR THE AIOLI:*
6 garlic cloves, sliced
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/4 cup non-fat mayonnaise
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste
FOR THE STEAK:
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
16 ounces flank steak

TO MAKE THE AIOLI:
Combine garlic and oil in a baking pan.

Bake at 350 degrees F for 10 to 12 minutes, or until brown and tender.

Mash garlic with a fork in a bowl. Mix well with mayonnaise, chives, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Chill.

TO PREPARE THE STEAK:
Combine paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Rub into steak, place in a shallow bowl and chill 1 hour.

WHEN READY TO COOK:
Heat grill until coals are glowing. Place steak on grill 5 to 6 inches above the coals. Grill for 5 to 6 minutes per side for medium.

TO SERVE:
Slice the steak diagonally 1/4-inch thick. Place slices on a warm platter and serve with aioli.

*Aioli is a garlic mayonnaise often served with meats, fish or vegetables. It is usually made with egg yolks. By substituting non-fat mayonnaise for the egg, the fat content drops significantly.

Makes 4 servings
Source: Karen Fernau to The Arizona Republic, August 6, 2008