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What Is Best Flank Steak Marinade? My Flank Steak Marinade Will WOW You!

The secret is in the flank steak marinade recipe for a wonderful grilled flank steak recipe that’s tender and tasty! I think I have the best flank steak marinade combing a few ingredients, savory and sweet.  You might also wonder how to cook flank steak in oven?  The secret is to have good flank steak marinades.  I know you can purchase a flank steak marinade in the grocery but my recipe from Eating Well To Fight Arthritis is so simple with everyday ingredients.  Looking for a spectacular side to serve during grilling months–try my Southwestern Sweet Potato Salad

Why Is My Best Flank Steak Marinade Recipe in My Arthritis Cookbook?

You might be thinking flank steak marinades are not arthritis diet recipes? However, when someone is suffering with joint pain, everyday tasks can seem daunting and cooking can be challenging.  In my cookbook, Eating Well To Fight Arthritis, I provide healthy easy recipes for quick home cooking meals.

So, the first chapter is No Fuss Foods: Easy Cooking Chapter because when suffering from joint pain, you need to have quick recipes to be able to cook.  My arthritis cookbook includes anti inflammatory and arthritis diet recipes plus healthy easy recipes to give you a quick dinner.  The book includes easy diabetic recipes and gluten-free recipes.  A great healthy cookbook! You can remove arthritis from the cover for wonderful easy recipes.

Make My Best Flank Steak Marinade Instead Of Buying Flank Steak Marinades At The Grocery and Here’s Why

Everyone has their own grilling technique but when it comes to flank steak marinades, there’s all kinds of choices.  Of course, you can pick all different flavors of marinade and yes, there are some good ones out there.  However, there’s hidden sodium so why not whip up your own flank steak marinade recipe with my simple ingredients. Then, you know the ingredients you are putting into the flank steak marinade recipe. Plus, making your own marinade is more affordable and you can always whip it up whenever you want too.

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The Secret is in the Flank Steak Marinades

I admit I have the best flank steak marinade which is subtly sweet with molasses.  I prefer a touch of sweetness in my flank steak marinades. This flank steak recipe is from my arthritis cookbook and I also have great recipes on my healthy food blog. We tend to think of flank steak on the grill but I cook year round and the secret really is in the flank steak marinades.  A good flank steak marinade recipe tenderizes the steak and makes it so flavorful!

What Is Flank Steak and How To Cook Flank Steak In Oven

Everyone usually grills flank steak but I have to admit I use this recipe for a quick flank steak dinner. How co cook flank steak in oven is easy.  First, what is flank steak?  Flank steak is a flavorful cut of meat and contains almost no fat.  So, it is also a tougher cut making flank steak marinades important to tenderize and infuse this quick cooking meat with flavor.  You grill it hot and fast after marinade flank steak for hours, if possible.  Actually, the best method on how to cook flank steak in oven is to broil it.  You want to simulate a quick, fast searing style of cooking.  Remove from marinade and broil 4-5 minutes on each side until medium-rare. You’ll love my easy flank steak recipe for Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry.

Tips To Grill or Cook Flank Steak In Oven And How To Cut Flank Steak Important

Use tongs to cook flank steak in oven or grill instead of a utensil that pierces the meat so the natural juices stay in the meat. Let rest or sit about 5-10 minutes after cooking because the meat will continue to cook.  Flank steak is served medium-rare to rare.  Most importantly, you have to remember to cut the meat against the grain and that will keep it from being tough. Also, slice it thin.  Flank steak stands on its own served with your favorite sides or make extra to have leftovers for the next day to use in flank steak fajitas, top a salad or makes a great sandwich.

 Tip For Easy Clean Up For Flank Steak Marinades

Always marinade your meat, pork, chicken or whatever you are cooking in a  disposable plastic bag for easy clean up.  Also, actually by using a plastic bag you actually get your meat more evenly coated.  Toss the bag away and save washing a dish. If you are cooking the meat in the oven, be sure to line your pan with foil for another clean up tip. In my opinion, nothing beats grilled flank steak, however, we don’t grill a lot and this flank steak marinade recipe is so amazing, you won’t miss the grill.

Fabulous Flank Steak from Eating Well to Fight Arthritis

Here’s all you need for this fabulous flank steak marinade that infuses the meat for delicious savory flavor and tender steak. You can also use skirt steak for the flank steak. Now you know how to cook flank steak in oven as an option on nights you don’t want to grill flank steak.

Makes 9 (4-ounce) servings

2 tablespoons cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons molasses
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon minced garlic
3 pound flank steak, trimmed of fat.

1. In resealable plastic bag combine all ingredients except meat.
2. Add meat and marinate minimum four hours or time permitted.
3. Discard marinade. Grill over hot fire until cooked rare to medium rare, 4-7 minutes on each side. May be broiled in oven. Serve rare, cut diagonally across grain into thin slices. Let sit 5 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition information per serving: Calories 228 kcal, Calories from Fat 37%, Fat  9 g, Saturated Fat 4 g, Cholesterol 86 mg, Sodium 416  mg, Carbohydrates 4g, Dietary Fiber 0g, Total Sugars 3g, Protein  31 g  Dietary Exchanges: 4 lean meat

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