The best marinade for flank steak depends on personal taste preferences, but here's a delicious and versatile option that works well with flank steak:
Asian-inspired Flank Steak Marinade:
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for a gluten-free option)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar or honey
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce (adjust to your desired level of spiciness)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds or sliced green onions for garnish
Instructions:
In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, olive oil, brown sugar (or honey), rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, Sriracha sauce, and black pepper until well combined.
Place the flank steak in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the steak, making sure it is fully coated. If using a plastic bag, press out the excess air and seal it tightly. If using a dish, cover it with plastic wrap or a lid.
Marinate the flank steak in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or ideally, overnight. The longer it marinates, the more flavorful the steak will be.
Before grilling or cooking the flank steak, remove it from the marinade and let any excess marinade drip off. You can discard the used marinade.
Grill the flank steak over high heat for about 3-4 minutes per side, or cook it in a hot skillet for about 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare. Adjust the cooking time according to your preferred level of doneness.
Once cooked to your liking, let the steak rest for a few minutes before slicing it thinly against the grain.
Optional: Garnish with toasted sesame seeds or sliced green onions for extra flavor and presentation.
This Asian-inspired marinade adds a wonderful depth of flavor to the flank steak, combining umami from the soy sauce, tanginess from the rice vinegar, and a hint of spiciness from the Sriracha. It's perfect for serving the steak with rice, in a stir-fry, or even in a delicious Asian-inspired sandwich. Feel free to adjust the ingredients to suit your taste, and enjoy your flavorful and tender flank steak!