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Grilled Flank Steak

Juicy grilled flank steak sliced on a cutting board, marinated with apple cider vinegar, olive oil and spices
  • Serves:  6
  • Prep Time:  10 min
  • Cook Time:  15 min

Ingredients

  • 2 ½ pounds flank steak
  • ¼ cup unfiltered apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 8 garlic cloves, minced (about 2 tablespoons)
  • 3 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 2 teaspoons brown sugar, (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper

Method

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, olive oil, garlic, 2 teaspoons of the salt, and brown sugar, (if using) until well combined. 
  2. Season the flank steak all over with the pepper and the remaining 1 teaspoon salt. Place the steak in a 9 x 13-inch baking dish or large zip-top bag. Pour the marinade over the steak and turn to coat well on both sides.  Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or up to 4 hours. 
  3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip off. Discard the used marinade. Grill the steak for 5 to 8 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until the temperature reaches 135°F on an instant-read thermometer. 
  4. Transfer the steak to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes. Using a sharp knife, thinly slice the steak against the grain on the diagonal. Arrange on a serving platter and serve.

Notes

The most precise way to measure doneness is with an instant-read thermometer. For beef: rare is 125°F, medium-rare is 135°F, medium is 145°F, medium-well is 150°F, and well is 160°F. Medium-rare is our preference, but feel free to cook your steak however you like it best!