Description
This delicious flank steak marinade recipe combines olive oil, reduced-sodium soy sauce, lime juice, and brown sugar to create a tender, flavorful steak perfect for grilling or broiling. Ready in under an hour, it’s a quick and easy way to impress with juicy, perfectly cooked flank steak.
Ingredients
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Marinade Ingredients
- 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons lime or lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
Main Ingredient
- 2 pounds flank steak
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a large bowl, whisk together extra-virgin olive oil, reduced-sodium soy sauce, lime juice, and packed light brown sugar until well combined to create the flavorful marinade.
- Marinate the Steak: Add the flank steak to the bowl with the marinade and toss until the steak is thoroughly coated. Cover and refrigerate to marinate for at least 30 minutes, and up to 2 hours for maximum tenderness and flavor penetration.
- Preheat Cooking Equipment: If grilling, preheat your grill to medium-high heat. If broiling, preheat your oven’s broiler to high. Preparing these ahead ensures even cooking once the steak is ready.
- Prepare Steak for Cooking: Remove the steak from the marinade and pat it dry with paper towels to ensure a good sear. Season lightly with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, keeping in mind the marinade already contains soy sauce, which adds saltiness.
- Cook the Steak: For grilling, place the steak on the preheated grill and cook about 5 minutes per side for medium-rare, adjusting time based on steak thickness. For broiling, place the steak on a sheet pan and broil, turning once halfway through, also aiming for about 5 minutes per side for medium-rare. Use a meat thermometer to check doneness—130°F indicates medium-rare.
- Rest and Serve: Once cooked to your preference, transfer the steak to a cutting board and let it rest for several minutes. This step allows juices to redistribute, resulting in a juicy and tender steak ready to slice and serve.
Notes
- A quick and easy marinade makes this flank steak unforgettable with just 30 minutes of marination time and common household ingredients.
- Adjust marinating time based on your schedule; longer marination enhances tenderness and flavor.
- Use a meat thermometer for perfect doneness and avoid overcooking.
- Patting the steak dry before cooking is key to developing a flavorful crust.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 572
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 698 mg
- Fat: 37 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 27 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 50 g
- Cholesterol: 154 mg
