Recipes for Teens With Celiac Disease- Asian Steak

Note: This recipe is especially for teens who need a gluten-free diet. Teens who need a gluten-free diet must avoid foods that contain gluten, which is a type of protein found in many foods.

This gluten-free dish is a great source of iron and protein. The longer you marinate the steak, the better it tastes.

Prep time: 45 minutes

Ingredients:
1 1/4 lb. lean flank steak, fat trimmed5 garlic cloves, minced2 tbsp. ginger root, chopped1/3 c. vinegar2 tbsp. wheat-free soy sauce, light1/2 c. onions, chopped and divided3 c. watercress, cleaned and trimmed1 medium carrot, grated1/4 c. waterred pepper flakes (optional)

Directions:

Place flank steak in a shallow glass dish.

Combine garlic, ginger, vinegar, soy sauce, red pepper (optional), and 1/4 cup onions in a food processor. Blend until smooth.

Pour half the marinade over the steak. Turn steak to coat both sides. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Store the remaining marinade in the refrigerator.

Grill the steak on each side for 5 to 7 minutes for medium rare.

Place remaining marinade into a small saucepan and add 1/4 cup water.

Simmer over low heat and cook for 3 to 4 minutes.

In a large bowl, toss watercress, remaining onions, and carrots with warm marinade.

Slice steak into thin strips and serve steak slices on salad.

Serves: 5

Serving size: approximately 3.5 oz. steak and 1/5 of salad

Nutritional analysis (per serving):
236 calories29 g protein10 g fat4 g sat. fat6 g carbohydrate1 g fiber67 mg cholesterol315 mg sodium46 mg calcium2.9 mg iron

Note: Nutritional analysis may vary depending on ingredient brands used.

Variations and suggestions:
If you don't have watercress, try fresh spinach. Serve with rice