Flank Steak Marinade

This marinade is easy to make, but it’ll take your steak right up to restaurant status!

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Seeking a classy (and juicy) restaurant-level dining experience in the comfort of your own home? Here you go; a steak marinade that’s as easy to make as it is to enjoy. Even better, it’s made with staple ingredients (like soy sauce and Dijon mustard) that you most likely already have in your kitchen. And anything you have to pick up from the store can be found in one quick sweep!

This recipe yields 6 servings of the most succulent steak you’ll ever make, and what takes the most time is waiting. So it’s a perfect thing to make for BBQs or a special dinner, because all you do is prep the meat, let it soak for at least 2 hours, and then cook it to your liking. The sweet and savory flavors dance across your tongue and the tender meat practically melts in your mouth… what’s not to love?

Is Flank Steak Marinade Healthy?

As a carnivore’s dream, each serving provides about 26 grams of protein and 3 milligrams of iron. These are important building blocks not only for muscles, but for brain and heart health too. The marinade itself is low-carb, and can be easily made low-sodium by swapping out soy sauce for coconut aminos. (This also gives it a sweeter, fresher flavor that will make your marinade stand out from the norm!)

With fresh, organic lemon juice and garlic as well, this recipe is a no-brainer for boosting your intake of high-quality nutrients.

What’s Special About Flank Steak?

As an affordable, flavorful, and versatile cut of beef, flank steak is both bold and chewy; creating a really nice dynamic between flavor and texture. It’s cut from the cow’s abdominal muscles, and has been especially popular in South America for dishes like sobrebarriga a la brasa (Colombian braised flank steak) and fajitas. It’s also usually the kind of meat that’s used in Asian stir-fries, so it clearly can be incorporated into many different kinds of culinary cultures.

INGREDIENTS

1/2 cup olive oil
1/3 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon black pepper
1.5 pounds flank steak

INSTRUCTIONS

Mix

Combine all marinade ingredients.

Marinate

Coat steak with marinade and refrigerate.

Grill

Cook steak to desired doneness on the grill.

Devour!

FAQs & Tips

How to Make Ahead and Store

Of course, this recipe requires 2 hours of soaking the meat in marinade before cooking, but you can soak it for more time if needed. Simply place in a well-sealed bag and let sit in the fridge for no more than a day.
Once cooked, any leftovers can be stored in the same way (with a clean container, of course) for up to 5 days. To reheat, simply heat on the stove at medium temperature, or pop in the oven at 375 degrees for 15 minutes or until it begins to sizzle.

Keep it Tender…

To avoid tough meat and keep it as tender as possible, consider tenderizing the raw meat beforehand. You can also try broiling it on both sides for 6-8 minutes to create a crispy outside and extra-juicy inside. Ultimately, the best way to ensure a nice and tender steak is to let it soak for 2-12 hours. The marvelous mix of acids and oils gets the job done!

Mix it up!

I like to experiment, and so when it comes to seasoning meat, it’s important to start with the basic marinade recipe and then adjust accordingly. If you like it spicier, add a dash or two of your favorite hot sauce. If you have a sweet tooth, add 2 tablespoons of maple syrup. Play with the flavors and enjoy experimenting!

Serving Suggestions

This steak is the perfect main to be complemented by classic Mashed Potatoes and Cornbread. For a burst of sweetness and fresh greens, try it with a side of Broccoli Apple Salad. The flavors mix and mingle well between the veggies and meat marinade, so sit back, relax, and enjoy!