GARLIC FENNEL FLANK STEAK WITH ORANGES

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While this dish may appear to be inspired by Italian or Spanish influences (which it is), it's also a take on one of my favorite Chinese dishes: spicy orange beef. I love to grill flank steak with a highly-flavored rub of garlic, fennel, salt and black pepper.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Beef     Steaks     Flank Steak Recipes

Time 2h40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons ground black pepper
1 tablespoon fennel seed
2 teaspoons salt
4 cloves garlic, crushed
4 sprigs rosemary, leaves stripped and bruised
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 orange, juiced
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
1 (2 pound) flank steak
1 tablespoon olive oil, or as needed
2 oranges, halved

Steps:

  • Grind black pepper and fennel seed together in a mortar with a pestle. Pour half the pepper mixture into a small bowl and stir in salt.
  • Stir remaining pepper mixture, garlic, rosemary, 2 tablespoons olive oil, orange juice, and cayenne pepper together in a bowl.
  • Rub rosemary mixture over both sides of flank steak, poking mixture into steak several times with a fork. Transfer steak to a resealable plastic bag and marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours. Remove steak from marinade; scrape off and discard any excess marinade.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Sprinkle reserved pepper-fennel mixture over steak. Drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil over orange halves.
  • Cook steak on the preheated grill until it begins to firm and is reddish-pink and juicy in the center, about 5 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 130 degrees F (54 degrees C). Remove to a plate to rest for 10 to 15 minutes before slicing across the grain.
  • Place oranges, flesh-side down, on the grill and cook until flesh is golden and caramelized, 3 to 5 minutes. Place steak and 3 orange halves on a serving platter. Squeeze remaining caramelized orange half over the steak.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319.1 calories, Carbohydrate 6.1 g, Cholesterol 50.6 mg, Fat 19.8 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 28.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 1219 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

Ya Khan
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This recipe looks delicious! I can't wait to try it.


Margaret Nkhuwa
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I would love to try this recipe, but I don't have a lot of experience cooking steak. Do you have any tips for me?


Dev Mak
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This recipe is a great starting point, but I would recommend experimenting with different flavors to find what you like best.


BD Rahad
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Overall, this was a good recipe. I would definitely make it again, but I would make a few changes to the ingredients.


Barbara Anderson-Johnson
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I would recommend adding more garlic and herbs next time.


Ifoema Bangura
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste. I would recommend using less chili powder next time.


Tatenda Tizzla Matengambiri
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my steak turned out a little tough. I think I might have overcooked it.


Rhose ann Coching
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This was a delicious and easy meal. I would definitely recommend it to anyone who loves steak.


Angel Arohi
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can use different types of oranges, fennel, and even steak. It's a great way to use up whatever you have on hand.


Caroline Kison
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This dish is perfect for a special occasion. It's easy to make, but it looks and tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant.


Mihlali Mhlati
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I wasn't sure how the orange-fennel sauce would taste, but it was actually really good. It was a nice change from the usual steak sauces.


Nalaka Sampath
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again and again.


furqan swat
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I made this for a dinner party and everyone raved about it. The steak was so tender and juicy, and the sauce was amazing.


shaqille ramcharan
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This was my first time cooking flank steak, and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly, and the steak was cooked perfectly.


Miriam Mreku
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The garlic, fennel, and oranges all work together to create a really unique and delicious meal.


prabin singh
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The steak was tender and flavorful, and the orange-fennel sauce was a perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.