How To Cook Flank Steak
Follow these instructions for a tender and juicy flank steak with amazing flavor. It is one of the top favorite meals at my house!
Servings 6 people
Calories 129kcal
Ingredients
- 1 flank steak about 1 1/4 lbs.
- 1 1/2 Tbsp. brown sugar
- 1 1/2 Tbsp. soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp. cooking sherry
- 1 Tbsp. sesame oil
- 2 Tbsp. sesame seeds
- 2 Tbsp. minced garlic
- 1 tsp. minced fresh ginger
- 2 scallions sliced 1/8 inch thick
- 1/4 tsp. green pepper I usually don't put this in
- oil for brushing
Instructions
- Score flank steak 1/8 inch deep on both sides at 1 inch intervals
- Mix all ingredients except oil for brushing together, pour over steak and rub into both sides
- Marinade at least 3 hours or overnight
- Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking
- Brush grill with oil
- Cook for 3 minutes each side for rare, 5 for medium, 7 for well done
- Thinly slice against the grain
Notes
If you don't have a grill you can cook it in a cast iron pan or other heavy large frying pan.
Cook over medium high heat, 5-6 minutes per side, depending on desired doneness. Use a meat thermometer to gauge temperature.
Nutrition
Calories: 129kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 146mg | Potassium: 189mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 40IU | Vitamin C: 2.5mg | Calcium: 71mg | Iron: 1.5mg