Savory Marinade for Beef Flap Meat

This Alton Brown Flank Steak Marinade is a sweet and savory blend of olive oil, garlic, soy sauce, brown sugar, and spices, following the instructions below you get a tender, juicy and delicious marinated flank steak every time!

I will try to go through everything that you will need to know or understand in order to make this Alton Brown Flank Steak Marinade, however, if you have any questions that I haven't responded to, feel free to leave us your question down below in the comment sections and I'm sure we will answer it as soon as we can.

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What Is Flank Steak?

Flank steak is a lean and flavorful cut of beef that benefits from the tenderizing effects of a marinade which we will do by following Alton Brown instructions.
This flank steak is best cooked to medium-rare and then thinly sliced at an angle across the grain of the meat.

Preparing it the Alton Brown way, which means marinated then cooked quickly on coals, you will end up with a flank steak that melts in your mouth.

This recipe calls for using coals to cook the flank steak, however, you can either grill it or cook it in a large cast-iron frying pan as well.

Flank Steak

What's in the Alton Brown Flank Steak Marinade?

Alton Brown uses these Ingredients to marinate the flank steak which are soy sauce, lime juice, red pepper flakes, and garlic, this marinade can be used for other cuts of meats as well not flank steak.

Can you marinate flank steak overnight?

Yes, your flank steak can be marinated overnight, Alton Brown recommends marinating your steak for a minimum of 2 hours, or up to 24 hours.

How long do you cook a flank steak?

We will be cooking this Alton Brown flank steak for about 2 minutes per side which will lead to having meat that is cooked on the outside yet still pink in the center.

However, the cooking time may vary a bit as it depends on many reasons that we won't discuss here, but in order to gauge for doneness, you need to use a meat thermometer, for medium-rare the internal temperature should reach 130°-140°F.

How do you slice Alton Brown marinated flank steak?

Make sure to slice your Alton Brown marinated flank steak against the grain so that it's as tender as possible.
In order to find the direction of the grain, take a look at your flank steak and see which way the muscle fibers run then cut across those fibers rather than parallel to them.

What other cuts of steak can I Marinate?

This Alton Brown Marinate method can work for any other cut of steak, however, you need to keep in mind that some are better than others, thus I recommend going for a leaner cut of beef, like t-bone, top loin, tenderloin, or ribeye.

How to make Alton Brown flank steak marinade without soy sauce?

If you are allergic to soy sauce or you just don't like the taste of it in your Alton Brown flank steak marinade, then you can use a substitution instead of it in the marinade from below:

• Tamari Sauce: It is a Japanese sauce you can use that tastes like soy but is thicker and more flavorful than soy sauce.
• Coconut Aminos: This is a make a good substitution for soy sauce.
• Bragg Liquid Aminos: It will help to tenderize your steak and add flavor as well.

Alton Brown Flank Steak Marinade

How do you store leftover Alton Brown marinated flank steak in the fridge?

1. Allow your flank steak to room temperature before going any further.
2. Next, place the steak in shallow airtight containers or wrap tightly with plastic wrap then place it into the fridge.
3. Properly stored, your cooked Alton Brown marinated flank steak will last for 3 to 4 days in the fridge.

How do you store leftover Alton Brown marinated flank steak in the freezer?

1. Make sure your flank is at room temperature as a first step.
2. Now, you want to place the steak in an airtight container then into the freezer.
3. Properly stored, your cooked Alton Brown marinated flank steak will last for 1-2 months in the freezer.

What to serve with Alton Brown Marinated Flank Steak?

• Garlic Bread
• Sweet Potato Fries
• Cheesy Potatoes
• Baked French Fries
• Mashed Potatoes
• Wedge Salad
• Candied Yams
• Onion Rings
• Salad Nicoise
• Mac and Cheese
• Turkey Tetrazzini
• Oven-Roasted Vegetables
• Crockpot Corned Beef

Alton Brown Flank Steak Marinade Ingredients

• 1/2 cup Extra virgin olive oil
• 1/3 cup soy sauce
• 4 scallions, washed and cut in halves
• 2 large cloves of garlic
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar or Mexican brown sugar
• 2 pounds inside flank steak, cut into 3 equal pieces

How To Make Alton Brown Flank Steak Marinade

1. Heat charcoal, preferably natural chunks, until grey ash forms.
2. Puree the olive oil, soy sauce, garlic, lime juice, red pepper, cumin, and sugar together in a blender.
3. Put the pieces of flank steak into a large bag with a zipper-top and pour the marinade over them.
4. Remove all air from the bag, then seal it.
5. Let the steak marinate for one hour in the refrigerator.
6. To dry the steak, remove it from the bag and pat it with paper towels.
7. Blow charcoal clean with a blow dryer to remove ash.
8. Lay steaks directly over hot coals for about 2 minutes per side.
9. Place the meat in a double layer of aluminum foil, wrap, and allow to sit for 15 minutes.
10. Remove meat from foil and reserve foil and juices.
11. Thinly slice meat across the grain.
12. Toss the foil pouch with the juice.
13. Serve with grilled peppers and onions.

Recipe Tips

• This Alton Brown recipe calls for cooking the marinated flank steak on coals, however, you can bake, pan sear, or broil your meat if you prefer.
• I love to reserve a few tablespoons of the Alton Brown marinade before the meat goes in, then drizzle that marinade over the top of the cooked flank steak for added flavor.
• You can serve your Alton Brown flank steak over mashed potatoes or rice with a steamed vegetable on the side.

Alton Brown Flank Steak Marinade

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Alton Brown Flank Steak Marinade Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 3 oz(85g)

• Calories from Fat 112
• Calories 202
• Total Fat 12g
• Saturated Fat 5g
• Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
• Monounsaturated Fat 6.2g
• Cholesterol 51mg
• Sodium 71mg
• Potassium 284mg
• Total Carbohydrates 0g
• Dietary Fiber 0g
• Sugars 0g
• Protein 21g

Nutrition Facts Source: Source

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Alton Brown Flank Steak Marinade

Cooking Method:Broiling Cuisine:American Courses:Dinner

Description

Alton Brown Flank Steak Marinade

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup Extra virgin olive oil
• 1/3 cup soy sauce
• 4 scallions, washed and cut in halves
• 2 large cloves of garlic
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar or Mexican brown sugar
• 2 pounds inside flank steak, cut into 3 equal pieces

Instructions

1. Heat charcoal, preferably natural chunks, until grey ash forms.
2.  Puree the olive oil, soy sauce, garlic, lime juice, red pepper, cumin, and sugar together in a blender.
3. Put the pieces of flank steak into a large bag with a zipper-top and pour the marinade over them.
4. Remove all air from the bag, then seal it.
5. Let the steak marinate for one hour in the refrigerator.
6. To dry the steak, remove it from the bag and pat it with paper towels.
7. Blow charcoal clean with a blow dryer to remove ash.
8. Lay steaks directly over hot coals for about 2 minutes per side.
9. Place the meat in a double layer of aluminum foil, wrap, and allow to sit for 15 minutes.
10. Remove meat from foil and reserve foil and juices.
11. Thinly slice meat across the grain.
12. Toss the foil pouch with the juice.
13. Serve with grilled peppers and onions.

Notes

• This Alton Brown recipe calls for cooking the marinated flank steak on coals, however, you can bake, pan sear, or broil your meat if you prefer.
• I love to reserve a few tablespoons of the Alton Brown marinade before the meat goes in, then drizzle that marinade over the top of the cooked flank steak for added flavor.
• You can serve your Alton Brown flank steak over mashed potatoes or rice with a steamed vegetable on the side.

Keywords:Alton Brown Flank Steak Marinade

Serving Size 3 oz(85g)

Servings 1

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 202

Calories from Fat 112

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12 g 19%

Saturated Fat 5 g 25%

Cholesterol 51 mg 17%

Sodium 71 mg 3%

Potassium 284 mg 9%

Total Carbohydrate 0 g

Dietary Fiber 0 g

Sugars 4 g

Protein 21 g 42%

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* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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