Broiled flank steak is made in under 30 minutes making it great for busy nights. Brushed with olive oil then seasoned with salt and pepper it’s broiled on a roasting pan for just 7 minutes then left to rest. Slice against the grain and dinner is served.
Broiling flank steak can be full of flavor when you follow our step-by-step method. It is a foolproof way to keep thin steaks juicy and tender.
Flank steak is a cut of beef from the abdominal muscle that is affordable yet versatile. It is a tough piece of beef that is best cooked under high heat for a short period to tenderize. For best results, slice against the grain when slicing to serve.
Have you ever wondered the different between flank vs skirt steak? They are similar cuts of beef except skirt steak tends to be higher in fat content creating a richer thin steak compared to flank.
We often keep things simple by coating flank and skirt steak in olive oil and seasoning with salt and pepper before cooking. However, you can also make a flank steak marinade such as Steak Marinade or Balsamic Marinade.
For more thin steak recipes, check out our Seared Steak and Steak Nachos. Both are family-friendly recipes!
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Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds flank steak, room temperature ✅
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
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How To Broil Steak
Preparing the Broiler and Roasting Pan
- Preheat the broiler: Set the oven’s broiler function to preheat. This process typically involves turning on the broiler setting in your oven and allowing it to reach the desired temperature. The broiler uses high, direct heat from the top of the oven to cook the food.
- Prepare the roasting pan: Place the roasting pan in the oven while it preheats. This step is essential to ensure the pan is hot when you place the steak on it, helping to create a sear and cook the steak evenly.
Preparing the Flank Steak
- Prepare the steak: Take the flank steak and ensure it’s at room temperature. This allows for more even cooking. Brush both sides of the steak with olive oil. This will help in browning and prevent sticking. Season the steak generously with salt and pepper, enhancing its flavor.
Broiling the Steak
- Broiling process: Once the oven and roasting pan are adequately preheated, carefully remove the hot roasting pan from the oven using oven mitts or suitable protection. Place the seasoned flank steak onto the hot pan in the oven.
- Broil the steak: Cook the steak under the broiler for about 7-8 minutes. Monitor the cooking process closely; the steak will cook fast under the broiler’s high heat. For medium-rare, the internal temperature should ideally reach 120°F – 125°F. Use an instant-read thermometer to check the steak’s internal temperature for doneness.
Resting and Serving
- Rest the steak: Once the steak reaches the desired internal temperature, remove it from the oven and cover it loosely with foil. This step is crucial to allow the steak’s juices to redistribute within the meat, keeping it juicy and flavorful. The temperature may increase slightly during this resting period due to residual heat, known as carryover cooking.
- Serving the steak: After resting for about 5-10 minutes, slice the steak against the grain. This step is crucial for tenderness, as it breaks up the muscle fibers, making the steak easier to chew. Serve the sliced flank steak and enjoy!
How To Serve Flank Steak
Serve flank steak as the main entree paired with any vegetable side dish such as Roasted Frozen Vegetables, Roasted Frozen Brussels Sprouts, or Air Fried Cauliflower or any potato recipe like our Air Fryer Potato Skins, Air Fryer Baked Sweet Potato, Cheesy Mashed Potatoes or Gluten Free Scalloped Potatoes.
You can also select any of these 100 Sides for Steak to serve – we have narrowed it down to the best of the best!
Leftover thin steak is also delicious as a taco filling or nacho topping. A super kid-friendly way to use up leftovers while creating a recipe they are sure to enjoy!
We also served leftover steak chilled on top of a Caesar and Cobb salad for lunch the next day.
Frequently Asked Questions
Always cut thin steak “against the grain” or against the lines on the steak (aka muscle fibers) to make the steak easier to chew.
Use an instant-read meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. For medium-rare, aim for 120°F – 125°F. However, cooking times can vary depending on your oven and the steak’s thickness. Thicker steaks might need a bit more time.
Yes, it’s recommended to let the steak rest for about 5-10 minutes after removing it from the oven. Resting allows the juices to redistribute within the meat, keeping it juicy and enhancing its flavor.
Yes, different cuts of steak can be broiled. However, cooking times and temperatures might vary. Adjust accordingly based on the thickness and type of steak to achieve the desired level of doneness.
Kids In The Kitchen
Cooking tips and suggestions for kids making this recipe.
- If you have the option between low, medium and high broil on your oven, pick high broil.
- Insert a meat thermometer into the center of the steak to check the internal temperature.
- Letting steak rest means leaving it untouched for a period of time to allow the meat to continue to cook and seal the juices inside the meat.
More Beef Recipes To Try
- Beef Tenderloin Recipe
- Beef Chimichanga Recipe
- Taco Dip with Ground Beef
- Homestyle Ground Beef Casserole
- Gluten-Free Ground Beef Recipes
- Irish Beef Stew (Slow Cooker)
CKC Features both Gluten-Free Guidance and Kids Cooking Instructions: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten or cross-contamination.
The ⭐️ symbol in the recipe below denotes the steps in which kid cooks may need a helper (depending on age). If there is no ⭐️ symbol, that step (or recipe) doesn’t require a helper.
Broiled Flank Steak Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds flank steak, room temperature ✅
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the broiler. Preheat the broiler. Place the roasting pan into the oven to get it hot.
- Prep the steak. Brush both sides of the flank steak with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.1.5 pounds flank steak, room temperature, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- ⭐️Broil the steak. Carefully remove the hot roasting pan from the oven. Place the steak onto the pan. Broil for 7-8 minutes or until the internal temperature hits 120°F – 125°F.
- Let the steak rest. Cover the steak with foil and let rest. It will continue to cook as it rests.
- ⭐️Serve. Slice the steak against the grain and serve.
Notes
- Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat under the broiler or in the microwave until hot.
- Serve with any side dish, as a taco filling or a salad topping.
- Slice against the grain for best results.
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