The Ultimate Tender Flank Steak: 4-Hour Garlic Herb Marinade Grilled to Perfection
I am so glad you are here. This recipe shows you how to make flank steak incredibly tender using a simple garlic herb marinade, perfect for grilling. You will create a flavorful, juicy steak that is great for weeknight dinners or summer grilling.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 12 min
- Total Time: 4 hr 27 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lb flank steak
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Combine the olive oil, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, pepper, and salt in a bowl to make the marinade.
- Place the flank steak in a large, resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the steak, ensuring it is fully coated.
- Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or up to 8 hours, to tenderize the beef. Do not marinate longer than 8 hours.
- Remove the steak from the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking to let it come closer to room temperature. Discard the remaining marinade.
- Preheat your grill to high heat (about 450 degrees Fahrenheit). Lightly oil the grates.
- Place the flank steak on the hot grill. Grill for 4 to 6 minutes per side for medium-rare, depending on thickness. You want a nice char on the outside.
- Remove the steak from the grill and place it on a cutting board. Let it rest, uncovered, for 10 minutes. This step is crucial for a juicy steak.
- Slice the flank steak thinly against the grain. Serve immediately for a flavorful beef recipe.
Notes
- For the best results when slicing, identify the direction of the muscle fibers (the grain) and cut perpendicular to them. This technique makes the flank steak more tender.
- If you do not have a grill, you can cook this skillet flank steak by searing it in a hot cast iron pan over medium-high heat.
- This steak is excellent served over rice bowls or alongside roasted vegetables for a complete family favorite steak dinner.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz cooked
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 11
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 3
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 34
- Cholesterol: 85