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Flank Steak Marinade

This bold, balanced flank steak marinade turns a tough cut into juicy, flavorful slices perfect for grilling. A go-to recipe for summer cookouts and weeknight dinners alike.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1.5 pounds flank steak

Equipment

  • bowl for mixing marinade
  • zip-top bag for marinating steak
  • grill or cast iron pan for searing steak

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, orange juice, honey, olive oil, garlic, cumin, and red pepper flakes.
  2. Place flank steak in a zip-top bag or shallow dish. Pour marinade over steak and seal tightly.
  3. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. Flip halfway if possible.
  4. Remove steak from marinade, pat dry, and grill over high heat 4–6 minutes per side.
  5. Let rest 5–10 minutes. Slice thinly against the grain and serve warm.

Notes

For best results, marinate overnight and always slice thinly against the grain after resting.