Grilled Flank Steak

Slicing into a flank steak fresh off the grill and serving it with black bean and corn salad.

A smoky, juicy, and flavorful steak with a mouthwatering texture and good chew with every bite. So simple and a total crowd-pleaser. Perfect steak indulgence for burritos and tacos.

Course dinner, Main

Cuisine American

Diet Gluten Free

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 12

Marinate Time 1

Total Time 1 17

Servings

Calories 260kcal

Author Imma

Ingredients

½ lime, freshly squeezed (about ½ tablespoon (2-3ml) juice)
3-4 tablespoons (45-60ml) soy sauce
2 teaspoons (10g) minced garlic
½ teaspoon (1-2g) freshly grated ginger (optional)
½ cup (120ml) orange juice
½ teaspoon (1g) oregano
1 teaspoon (3g) ground cumin
1 teaspoon (2-3g) white pepper
2-3 tablespoons (12-18g) fresh cilantro, chopped
1½-2 pounds (600-950g) flank steak

Instructions

Combine marinade ingredients in a ziplock bag or large shallow dish, add flank steak, coat well, and marinate for at least an hour or refrigerate until ready to cook. Doing this in the morning or the night before, then grilling later that evening works great, too.
Preheat grill to medium-high.
When ready to grill, drain the steak and use paper towels to pat it dry; it's crucial to wipe excess moisture using paper towels. If the steak is too wet, it will steam instead of grilling.
Brush and oil the grill grate. Place the meat on the hot grate and grill for 5-6 minutes per side, depending on preference, turning as needed with tongs. If using a meat thermometer, 125°F (51℃) for rare and 130-135°F (55-57℃) for medium-rare. I wouldn't go any higher than that, or you might end up with dry, tough meat. Keep in mind that cooking times will vary due to the thickness of your steak.
When the flank steak is done, transfer it to a cutting board and let it rest for about 10 minutes.
Then slice it into thin strips against the grain, starting at one corner. Arrange on a platter and serve.

Notes

Drying the steak before grilling allows it to sear better.
If the weather is not ideal for grilling, you can cook it in a grilling pan instead. Either way, you'll love how simple yet flavorful this fancy grilled flank steak is.
Please keep in mind that the nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used in the recipe.

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