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Grilled marinated Flank steak sliced on a plate.
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Flank Steak Marinade Recipe

Here's an easy flank steak marinade that transforms a budget-friendly cut into a tender, juicy steak every time. Made with simple pantry staples, it's perfect for grilling, broiling, or searing flank steak for an easy, crowd-pleasing meal.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Marinating Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 25 minutes
Course: Meat
Cuisine: American
Diet: Halal
Servings: 6 servings

Equipment

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup olive oil plus more to oil the grill grates
  • cup soy sauce
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar or balsamic vinegar or red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice or lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 ½ lbs flank steak

Instructions

  • Select a container that is large enough to fit your flank steak comfortably, ideally one with a fitting lid. Alternatively, you can also use a resealable plastic bag.
  • Add in ¼ cup of olive oil, ⅓ cup of soy sauce, ¼ cup of apple cider vinegar, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon of honey, 3 cloves of minced garlic, 1 teaspoon of sweet paprika, ½ teaspoon of ground cumin, ½ teaspoon of kosher salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Whisk to combine.
    Flank steak marinade being poured over the meat.
  • Add the flank steak and ensure that the whole piece is submerged in the marinade.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight, but no longer than 24 hours.
    Flank steak in the marinade and then on the grill.

To Cook it on the Grill:

  • When ready to cook, preheat a gas grill to 500°F.
  • Scrape the grill grates to remove any possible food residue. Dip a wad of paper towel into a bowl of oil and coat the grates generously with the oil.
  • Remove the flank steak from the marinade, letting the excess marinade drip off. Discard the marinade.
  • Place the meat on the grill and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side for rare (internal temperature is 130 to 135 °F), 4-5 minutes on each side for medium (internal temperature is 136 to 145 °F), or 5-6 minutes on each side for medium-well (internal temperature is 146 to 155 °F).
  • When it reaches your desired doneness, transfer the grilled flank steak to a platter and cover it with foil.
  • Let it rest for 5 minutes, and then slice it against the grain. Serve while still warm.

To Broil in The Oven

  • Set your oven to the "broil" setting on high. For the best results, place the oven rack in the upper third section, about 5-6 inches from the heat source.
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set a wire rack over it.
  • Remove the steak from the marinade and let the excess drip off before transferring it to your prepared sheet pan. Broil for 5-6 minutes on each side, or until it reaches your desired doneness.
  • Transfer the steak to a plate, cover loosely with foil, and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.

On The Stove Top

  • Place a large cast-iron skillet over medium high heat and heat it until sizzling hot.
  • Remove the marinated flank steak from the marinade, making sure to remove any excess. Transfer it onto a clean plate and pat dry with a paper towel to remove as much of the liquid as possible.
  • Transfer the steak to the skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes or until nicely browned. Flip the steak and cook for another 3-5 minutes, depending on the level of doneness you prefer.

Video

Notes

  • Let it come to room temperature before grilling: If you are marinating your steak overnight, take it out of the fridge and let it rest on the counter 30 to 60 minutes before grilling. If you put cold marinated steak on a hot grill, it won't sear properly. It's likely that the outside will cook before the inside is cooked.
  • Level of doneness: Please use the grilling times I listed in the post as a place to start. The grilling time could change based on the thickness of your flank steak. The best way to check doneness is with a meat thermometer.
  • Storage: If you're planning to store leftovers, I recommend keeping the steak whole. Once it's cooled, wrap it up or transfer it to an airtight container and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days. If it's already sliced, that's okay too. Place it in an airtight container and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 266kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 68mg | Sodium: 1077mg | Potassium: 495mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 173IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 3mg

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