Flank Steak Marinated With Balsamic Vinaigrette | Recipe | Food & Wine

balsamic vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: red wine vinegar

Apple cider vinegar offers a tangy flavor with fewer calories.

flank steak

🥗Healthier: sirloin steak

💰Cheaper: chuck steak

Sirloin is leaner while chuck is more budget-friendly.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: sugar

Agave syrup is a lower-glycemic sweetener.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

Combine balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, olive oil, minced garlic, honey, black pepper, and red pepper flakes in a bowl.

Whisk until well blended to create the marinade.

Place flank steak in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish.

Pour marinade over the steak, ensuring it's evenly coated.

Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight for maximum flavor.

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

Remove the steak from the marinade and discard the marinade.

Season the steak with salt and freshly cracked black pepper on both sides.

Place the steak on the grill and cook for 5-7 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness.

Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness; 130-135°F for medium-rare.

Remove the steak from the grill and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.

Slice against the grain into thin strips for serving.

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