Steak Maduros

Name: Steak Maduros
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 12
Ingredients: 1 tsp. chili powder; ½ tsp. ground cumin; 1 beef flank steak (3/4 lb.); 5½ oz. frozen ripe plantains (maduros); 48 RITZ Crackers; ½ cup fresh salsa

It means steak with plantains, and that is exactly what stars in these impressive appetizers. Slices of grilled steak are covered in cooked plantains and salsa.

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Makes 12 servings, 4 topped crackers each.

Ingredient list

1 tsp. chili powder
½ tsp. ground cumin
1 beef flank steak (3/4 lb.)
5½ oz. (1/2 of 11-oz. pkg.) frozen ripe plantains (maduros)
48 RITZ Crackers
½ cup fresh salsa

Directions

Heat grill to medium heat.

Combine seasonings; sprinkle evenly onto both sides of steak.

Grill 6 to 8 min. on each side or until done (160°F); cool. Meanwhile, cook plantains as directed on package; cool.

Cut steak across the grain into 24 thin slices, cut each slice in half. Cut plantains into 48 pieces.

Top crackers with meat, plantains and salsa.

Recipe Tips

Where to Find?
Look for fresh salsa in the refrigerated section of the produce department of your supermarket. Frozen plantains, or maduros, can be found in the frozen section of larger supermarkets.
Serving Suggestion
These flavorful topped crackers are equally delicious served warm. Prepare recipe as directed, cooling the grilled steak and cooked plantains just slightly before slicing and using as directed.
How to Make Fresh Salsa
Combine 2-1/2 Tbsp. finely chopped seeded tomatoes, 1 Tbsp. chopped white onions, 1-1/2 tsp. chopped jalapeño peppers, 1 tsp. fresh lime juice and a dash of salt.