Thai Marinated Steak

Step 1: 1. Whisk together all the ingredients except the steak and cilantro used for garnish in a shallow glass or ceramic dish. Put the steak in the marinade, turning several times to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour and as long as 8 hours, letting the meat come to room temperature before grilling.

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Step 3: 2. Prepare a charcoal or gas grill: Lightly spray the grill rack with vegetable oil cooking spray. Light the coals or heating elements, and let them burn or heat until moderately hot to hot.

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Step 5: 3. Lift the steak from the dish, letting the marinade drip back into the dish. Grill the meat for 6 or 7 minutes, brushing several times with the marinade during the first 5 minutes of grilling. (The oil in the marinade may cause flare-ups.) Turn the steak and grill for 6 to 7 minutes longer for medium-rare, or until it is cooked to the desired degree of doneness.

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Step 7: 4. Let the steak rest at room temperature for about 5 minutes before slicing on the diagonal into thin strips. Serve garnished with cilantro.