Best 4 Marinated Flat Iron Steak Recipes

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Marinated flat iron steak is a flavorful and tender cut of beef that can be easily cooked at home. The key to a great marinated flat iron steak is to use a flavorful marinade. There are many different marinades that can be used, so you can choose one that suits your taste. Once the steak has been marinated, it can be grilled, roasted, or pan-fried. No matter how you choose to cook it, marinated flat iron steak is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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MARINATED FLAT IRON STEAK



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Make and share this Marinated Flat Iron Steak recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kevin Nixon

Categories     Meat

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 garlic clove, minced (optional)
1 lb flat iron steak

Steps:

  • Mix first six ingredients for a marinade.
  • Put flat iron steak in a freezer bag, pour marinade over it, seal bag, and freeze. The night before you plan to serve this, take bag from the freezer and thaw in refrigerator. (Or marinate the steak for several hours in the fridge, without freezing at all.).
  • To prepare for serving, remove beef from marinade; reserve marinade.Grill steak for 8 to 10 minutes per side; or broil 6 minutes on one side and 4 on the other.
  • Put reserved marinade in sauce pan. Heat on medium; let this gently boil for at least 10 minutes or until reduced by about a third.
  • Let steak rest for 10 minutes. Cut steak across grain at a slanted angle into thin slices.
  • Pour reduced marinade over the steak, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460.8, Fat 40.1, SaturatedFat 8.3, Cholesterol 73.7, Sodium 1117.2, Carbohydrate 1.7, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.6, Protein 23.2

MARINATED FLAT IRON STEAK



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Marinating and grilling makes a delicious, tender and juicy flat iron steak.

Provided by Jill Brune Lash

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Beef     Steaks     Flat Iron Steak Recipes

Time 6h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons honey
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
½ teaspoon dried tarragon
½ teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon white pepper
1 pinch salt
1 ½ pounds flat iron steak

Steps:

  • Whisk together the honey, vinegar, olive oil, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, tarragon, rosemary, garlic powder, white pepper, and salt. Pour into a resealable plastic bag and add the flat iron steak. Squeeze out excess air, seal, and marinate in the refrigerator at least 6 hours.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil grate.
  • Remove the steak from the marinade, shake off excess, and discard the remaining marinade. Cook on preheated grill to desired degree of doneness, about 4 minutes per side for medium-rare.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312.4 calories, Carbohydrate 10.6 g, Cholesterol 77.3 mg, Fat 19.8 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 23.5 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 84.6 mg, Sugar 9.9 g

SZECHWAN-MARINATED FLAT IRON STEAK



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 12h40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 33

1 tablespoon chili oil
2 tablespoons peanut oil
1 tablespoon jalapeno, sliced thinly
1 tablespoon shallots, julienned
1 tablespoon cilantro leaves
1 tablespoon green onions, cut into 1-inch lengths
1 tablespoon ginger, julienned
1 cup Worcestershire sauce
1 cup mirin, or sweet sake
2 cups soy sauce
3 pieces whole ginger, smashed
1/2 cup ketchup
1 cup chopped garlic
1 3/4 cups honey
1 cup chopped shallots
1/2 cup lemon juice
1/2 cup sambal (garlic chili paste)
3 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper
4 (8-ounce) flat iron steaks
1/4 cup blanched garlic
2 tablespoons sambal
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup shaohsing, or Chinese rice wine
2 cups oyster sauce
3 cups chicken stock
2 tablespoons peanut oil
1/2 cup shiitake mushrooms, quartered
1/2 cup blanched asparagus, cut into 1/2-inch lengths
1/2 cup scallions, cut into 1/2- inch lengths
1/2 cup bok choy
1/2 cup red onion, sliced
Chopped cilantro leaves, for garnish
Chopped scallions, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a small saute pan, heat the chili and peanut oils. Add the jalapeno, shallots, cilantro, green onions, and ginger and cook until slightly tender. Remove from the heat and set aside.
  • Combine the marinade ingredients in a medium bowl and whisk together until thoroughly combined. Place the steaks in the marinade and refrigerate for 12 hours.
  • Heat the grill to high heat. Remove steaks from the marinade and season with a little salt and pepper. Grill to desired temperature, about 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove the steaks from the grill and allow to rest. Slice the steaks on a thin bias and set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together all the ingredients. Set aside.
  • Heat the peanut oil in a wok or hot saute pan over high heat. Add the mushrooms, asparagus, scallions, bok choy, and red onions, and cook until tender. Deglaze the vegetables with the Szechwan Deglaze until almost all the liquid is absorbed.

FLAT IRON STEAK MARINADE



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This results in a tender, flavorful, slightly carmelized steak. I think it would work great with any less expensive cut of beef.

Provided by Scott1265

Categories     Steak

Time 3h5m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons honey
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon tarragon
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1 dash salt

Steps:

  • Whisk all ingredients together, pour over 1 pound of steak and marinade for at least 3 hours, turning each hour.
  • Grill over med-high about 6 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.7, Fat 13.6, SaturatedFat 1.9, Sodium 80.1, Carbohydrate 27.2, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 26.1, Protein 0.3

Tips:

  • To tenderize the flat iron steak, marinate it for at least 30 minutes, but no longer than 24 hours.
  • Use a flavorful marinade that will penetrate the steak, such as one made with olive oil, garlic, herbs, and spices.
  • Cook the steak over medium-high heat to get a nice sear on the outside and a juicy, tender inside.
  • Let the steak rest for a few minutes before slicing it so that the juices can redistribute throughout the meat.
  • Serve the steak with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a simple salad.

Conclusion:

Marinated flat iron steak is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. With its simple ingredients and flavorful marinade, this steak is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give marinated flat iron steak a try.

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