Grilled Flat Iron Steak (Secret Breakfast Style) - How to Grill Flat Iron Steak

flat iron steak

🥗Healthier: sirloin steak

💰Cheaper: chuck steak

Sirloin is leaner, while chuck offers a more budget-friendly option.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while canola is less expensive.

butter

🥗Healthier: ghee

💰Cheaper: margarine

Ghee is lactose-free, while margarine is a cost-effective alternative.

Start by preparing the marinade with maple syrup, black coffee, bourbon, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.

Blend the marinade ingredients until combined.

Cut the flat iron steak in half to form two 8-ounce steaks.

Place the steaks in a zip-top bag and pour the marinade over them, pushing out the air and sealing the bag.

Refrigerate the marinating steak for a few hours, depending on the marinade used.

After marinating, pat the steaks dry with paper towels.

Season both sides of the steaks with additional kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Prepare the grill with natural lump charcoal, ensuring it is ashy white and glowing orange before cooking.

Grill the steaks over high heat for about 4-6 minutes per side for medium-rare, flipping as needed.

Use a meat thermometer to check for an internal temperature between 125°F and 130°F, or look for visual cues like the meat becoming shiny.

Once done, remove the steaks from the grill and lightly tent them with foil, letting them rest for about 5 minutes.

Serve the steak with optional sides like a baked potato and mixed seasonal vegetables.

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