Asian Flank Steak
Asian marinated flank steak is a bold, flavorful dish made with a savory blend of soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil that tenderizes the meat while infusing it with rich umami flavor. Quick to marinate and fast to cook, this flank steak recipe is perfect for grilling or broiling. Serve it sliced thin over rice, tucked into tacos, or added to salads for an easy, restaurant-worthy meal at home.
Ingredients
- 1 flank steak (2-3 pounds)
- 4 cloves garlic (grated or minced)
- 2 Tablespoons ginger (fresh grated)
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 1 cup soy sauce (low-sodium )
- 1 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Whisk together the 4 cloves garlic, 2 Tablespoons ginger, ¼ cup rice vinegar, 1/2 cup pineapple juice, 1 cup soy sauce, 1 tablespoons sesame oil, ¼ cup honey, 1 pinch red pepper flakes and pour over the flank steak in a casserole dish or large ziploc bag. Let marinate for 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
- 2
Preheat a grill or grill pan to high heat.
- 3
Once hot, add the steak to the grill and cook the steak for 3-5 minutes per side for medium rare (132 degrees). Transfer to a cutting board and let rest 5 for minutes. Slice against the grain and serve.
- 4
--- To Broil ---
- 5
Position an oven rack about 6-inches below the heating element. Preheat your broiler to HIGH. Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with foil for easy cleanup.
- 6
Place the steak on the prepared baking sheet and broil for 5-6 minutes per side for medium-rare (132°F) or 6-7 minutes per side for medium (145°F). Check with an instant-read thermometer to make sure it's done to your liking. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest 5 for minutes. Slice against the grain and serve.
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