OLIVE-STUFFED FLANK STEAK

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A formal presentation makes this delicious combination of steak, olive stuffing, and tomato confit an option for a family holiday dinner.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Beef Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil, plus about 2 tablespoons for cooking the steaks
1 cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 cup chopped pitted Kalamata olives
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme
1/2 cup toasted pine nuts
1/4 cup dried currants
2 flank steaks, about 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 pounds each
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
Cherry Tomato Confit

Steps:

  • To make the stuffing: Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a medium sauté pan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and caramelized, about 10 minutes. Add the garlic, and cook until aromatic, a few minutes more. Remove from the heat, and transfer to a bowl. Stir in the olives, herbs, pine nuts, and currants. Set aside to cool.
  • To prepare the flank steaks for stuffing; place one of the steaks on a work surface, cover it loosely with a piece of plastic wrap, and use a meat pounder to pound the steak until about 1/3 inch thick. Using a sharp knife, score the steak in a crisscross pattern, making 3 to 4 shallow cuts in each direction, being sure not to cut all the way through. Turn the steak over, and spread half the stuffing evenly over the unscored surface of the steak. Roll up the steak lengthwise, like a jelly roll. Using kitchen twine, tightly tie the steak to keep it securely rolled up. Season with salt and pepper. Repeat with the remaining steak and stuffing.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Pour about 2 tablespoons of oil into a large roasting pan. Place over two burners over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot, add the steaks and sear on all sides, turning with tongs, until browned, 6 to 8 minutes. Remove steaks from pan, transfer to a plate, and set aside. Discard any fat in the pan and scrape out and discard any burned bits that may have escaped from the stuffing. Return the steaks to the pan, place in the oven, and roast, uncovered, for 7 to 8 minutes. Turn the steaks, and continue to roast until the internal temperature of the steaks reads between 120 degrees.and 130 degrees.on an instant-read thermometer, about 8 minutes.
  • Remove pan from oven and allow the steaks to rest for 5 to 8 minutes. Cut, and remove the twine. Transfer steaks to a cutting board. Using a sharp knife, cut them into slices 1/2 to 3/4 inch. Arrange the slices on a platter, and pour any accumulated pan juices over the top. Serve with tomato confit.

Yvette Gonzalez
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This recipe is perfect for a special occasion dinner. I'm definitely going to make it for my next dinner party.


kxng wizzy
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I'm not a big fan of flank steak, but this recipe might change my mind. I'll definitely give it a try.


HalimaTheBossQueen_ke
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This recipe looks amazing! I can't wait to try it.


Clifton Marshall
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but this recipe just didn't work for me. The steak was tough and the olive stuffing was bland. I won't be trying this one again.


Jonathan Matignas
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This recipe was a disaster! The steak was tough and overcooked, and the olive stuffing was dry and flavorless. I won't be making this again.


Ayan qureshi
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The olive stuffing was a bit bland. I think I'll add some herbs and spices next time to give it more flavor.


Lehlohonoll Kesalemane
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This recipe was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I'll try it again with less salt next time.


latasha Lenea
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Loved this recipe! The steak was so tender and juicy, and the olive stuffing was a perfect addition. I served it with roasted potatoes and asparagus, and it was a hit with my family.


Mohamed Abdalbagi
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Easy to follow recipe that yielded delicious results. The steak was cooked perfectly and the olive stuffing was a great complement. Will definitely make this again!


Md Hojaifa
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This recipe was a hit at my last dinner party! The flank steak was tender and flavorful, and the olive stuffing added a nice touch of savory goodness. I will definitely be making this again.