How to Grill Flank Steak
Ingredients
- Quick Marinade:
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp lime juice or red wine vinegar
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tsp honey or brown sugar
- ½ tsp chili flakes or black pepper
- You’ll Also Need:
- 1 –1.5 lb flank steak
- Paper towels for drying
- Foil for resting
Instructions
- Marinate the Steak
- Combine marinade ingredients in a zip-top bag or shallow dish. Add steak and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 8 hours). Flip halfway through if you remember.
- Preheat Your Grill
- Heat grill to medium-high or high. You want it hot enough to sear.
- Dry the Steak
- Pat the steak dry with paper towels—this helps it brown, not steam.
- Grill It
- Grill for 4–5 minutes per side for medium-rare (130–135°F). Adjust time for thickness.
- Rest It
- Remove from grill and let it rest under foil for 5–10 minutes. Keeps it juicy.
- Slice It Right
- Cut against the grain into thin strips. This makes it tender, not chewy.
Notes
- Don’t walk away—this steak cooks fast.
- Always slice thin and across the grain.
- The longer the marinade, the deeper the flavor.
- Leftovers? Great for tacos, wraps, or salads.