Description
This Grilled Balsamic and Garlic Flank Steak is a simple yet flavorful dish that combines a tangy balsamic vinegar and garlic marinade with fresh thyme, creating a perfectly seasoned steak cooked to medium on a grill pan. Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a weekend cookout, it offers juicy, tender meat with a gourmet touch.
Ingredients
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Marinade
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 large garlic clove
- 1/2 teaspoon thyme leaves
Steak
- 1 (2 1/2-pound) flank steak
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Gather the ingredients: Assemble all the ingredients needed for the marinade and the steak to ensure everything is ready for preparation.
- Prepare the marinade components: Measure out balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic, and thyme for the marinade.
- Blend the marinade: In a blender, combine the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic, and thyme until the mixture is smooth and well emulsified.
- Marinate the steak: Place the flank steak in a large glass or ceramic dish and pour the marinade over it, ensuring the steak is well coated. Let it marinate for 5 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Preheat the grill pan: Heat a grill pan over moderately high heat to get it ready for cooking the steak.
- Season the steak: Sprinkle kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper evenly over both sides of the flank steak.
- Grill the steak: Place the steak on the hot grill pan and cook for about 8 minutes per side, turning once, until the steak reaches medium doneness.
- Rest and serve: Remove the steak from the grill pan and allow it to rest for a few minutes before slicing against the grain to serve.
Notes
- Marinating for only 5 minutes due to the strong balsamic vinegar and garlic flavors; longer marinating can overpower the meat.
- Use a grill pan if an outdoor grill isn’t available for a similar char and sear.
- Let the steak rest after cooking to retain juices and improve tenderness.
- Slice flank steak thinly against the grain for the best texture when serving.
