Best 9 Sweet N Tangy Flank Steak Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our tantalizing Sweet n' Tangy Flank Steak, where bold flavors dance upon your palate. This delectable dish promises a fiesta of tastes, combining the richness of flank steak with a vibrant blend of sweet and tangy notes. Allow your taste buds to embark on an adventure as you explore the diverse recipes curated within this article. From the classic Sweet n' Tangy Flank Steak to the zesty Orange-Glazed Flank Steak, each recipe promises a unique gustatory experience. Prepare to be captivated by the Asian-inspired Flank Steak with Teriyaki Sauce, where East meets West in harmonious union. Savor the smoky charm of Grilled Chimichurri Flank Steak, where aromatic herbs and spices infuse every bite with bold, smoky flavors. Discover the art of perfect grilling with our comprehensive guide, ensuring your flank steak achieves mouthwatering tenderness and caramelized perfection. Unlock the secrets of creating irresistible homemade marinades, transforming ordinary flank steak into an extraordinary culinary treat. Dive into the diverse world of flank steak recipes, and unleash your inner chef as you explore the culinary delights that await.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET AND SALTY GRILLED STEAK WITH CUCUMBER SALAD



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The marinade on this steak is inspired by a classic Vietnamese dipping sauce called nuoc cham. Since it consists mostly of pantry staples - Asian fish sauce, brown sugar and garlic - all you need to pick up on the way home are some fresh limes and jalapeño. Nuoc cham works as a salad dressing, too. Here we drizzle it on crisp cucumbers and radishes, but sliced ripe tomatoes work just as well. You could serve it as it is with the salad on the side, or put everything on top of a bed of rice noodles or rice for a more substantial meal.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, easy, weeknight, steaks and chops, main course

Time 25m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup fish sauce
1 tablespoon packed lime zest
1/3 cup fresh lime juice (from about 3 limes)
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
2 garlic cloves, grated or minced
1 large jalapeño, seeds and veins removed if desired, minced
1 flank steak, about 1 1/2 pounds
1 small seedless English cucumber, thinly sliced
1 large bunch of radishes, thinly sliced
4 scallions, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon vegetable, peanut or olive oil (optional)
Cooked rice noodles or rice, for serving (optional)
Sesame seeds or crushed roasted peanuts, for serving (optional)
Fresh mint leaves or cilantro, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the fish sauce, lime zest, lime juice, brown sugar, garlic and jalapeño. Pour 1/2 of the mixture over the flank steak and let marinate at room temperature for at least 30 minutes (or refrigerate for up to 24 hours). Let meat come to room temperature before cooking if necessary.
  • Combine the cucumber, radishes and scallions. Pour in just enough of the marinade sauce to coat.
  • Light the grill or heat the broiler to high. Pat steak dry with paper towels.
  • If grilling, cook until done to taste, about 3 minutes per side for rare. If broiling, heat a 10-inch skillet over high heat for 5 minutes. Add oil to pan and sear the meat for 2 minutes. Flip meat and immediately transfer pan directly to top shelf of oven and broil for 2 to 3 minutes for rare, or longer for more well-done meat. Transfer steak to a cutting board and let rest for 10 minutes covered in foil.
  • Thinly slice steak and serve over cooked rice noodles or rice if desired, and top with the cucumber salad. Garnish with sesame seeds and plenty of herbs if using and serve with remaining marinade as a sauce.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 228, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 26 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 1959 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams

MARINATED FLANK STEAK



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This marinated flank steak recipe will have everyone singing your praises, begging for the recipe and coming back for seconds and thirds. The flank steak marinade creates melt-in-your-mouth tender, juicy steak with complex savory, tangy, sweet and spicy notes. The marinade is made with soy sauce, balsamic, lemon juice, brown sugar and seasonings that infuse the steak with tons of flavor. And the best part of grilled flank steak? It's SO easy with zero clean up! Marinate then grill - that's it! (I've also included oven and stove top instructions.) Flank steak is also extremely versatile and can be served up with your favorite sides like mashed potatoes and fruit salad or in salads, wraps, pasta, sandwiches and more.

Provided by Jen

Categories     Main Course

Time 29m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 -2 pounds flank steak
1/2 cup olive oil
1/3 cup reduced sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 TBS EACH onion powder, garlic powder
1 tsp EACH paprika, pepper, red pepper flakes, dried dill weed
1/2 tsp EACH dried oregano, dried rosemary, ground coriander

Steps:

  • Whisk marinade ingredients together in a freezer size ziploc bag. Reserve 2 tablespoons to use later. Add steak, press out excess air and seal. Massage marinade into the steak with your hands through the outside of the bag.
  • Marinate in the refrigerator at least 2 hours or up to 12 hours.
  • Preheat outdoor grill (or indoor grill pan) to medium-high heat, (450 degrees F when lid is closed).
  • Grill steak for 5-6 minutes per side, or until an internal thermometer reads 130-135 degrees F for medium rare or around 140 degrees for medium. Grill time will vary depending on thickness of your steak and desired level of doneness.
  • Remove the steak to a cutting board and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Slice steak into thin strips against the grain (perpendicular to the long strands) or ½-inch cubes. Drizzle with the 2 tablespoons reserved marinade.

SWEET AND SPICY FLANK STEAK FAJITAS WITH PEPPERS AND ONIONS



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A honey-jalapeno marinade tenderizes flank steak for the grill as the base for these hearty fajitas. Charred peppers and onions add bulk and flavor.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup torn cilantro
1/4 cup honey
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon thyme leaves
6 cloves garlic, smashed
2 jalapenos, seeded
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 pounds flank steak
2 red bell peppers, cut into 1-inch strips
2 yellow bell peppers, cut into 1-inch strips
2 large red onions, thickly sliced
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 limes, juiced
Kosher salt
Neutral oil, for oiling the grill grates
Warm tortillas, for serving
Suggested toppings: guacamole, sour cream, lime wedges, chopped cilantro, sliced jalapenos, pico de gallo, crumbled cotija cheese

Steps:

  • For the sweet and spicy marinade: Put the olive oil, cilantro, honey, lime juice, thyme, garlic, jalapenos, 1 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon pepper in a food processor and pulse to puree. Transfer the mixture to a nonreactive container, add the flank steak and toss to combine. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to 2 hours before cooking
  • For the peppers and onions: Heat a cast-iron pan over medium-high heat until hot. Toss the peppers and onions in a bowl with the olive oil, lime juice and 1 teaspoon salt. Add the pepper-onion mixture to the hot pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and the edges are charred, 8 to 10 minutes. Set aside.
  • Prepare a grill for medium-high heat and brush the grill grates with oil.
  • Grill the flank steak until marked, 4 to 5 minutes per side for medium rare. Transfer to a cutting board and thinly slice.
  • Serve with the warm tortillas and toppings.

HOT 'N' SPICY FLANK STEAK



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With its flavorful marinade, Julee Wallberg's flank steak makes a succulent meal. "I received this recipe from a friend, and it's been a family favorite ever since."-Julee Wallberg, Salt Lake City, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons brown sugar
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons sherry or reduced-sodium chicken broth
3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon canola oil
1-1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
1-1/2 teaspoons paprika
1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1-1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
3/4 teaspoon seasoned salt
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1 beef flank steak (1-1/2 pounds)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first 12 ingredients. Pour 1/3 cup marinade into a shallow dish; add steak and turn to coat. Cover; refrigerate for 1-3 hours. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade for basting., Lightly coat the grill rack. Grill steak, uncovered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 6-8 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°), basting frequently with remaining marinade. Let stand 5 minutes before slicing. Thinly slice steak across the grain.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 201 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 326mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SWEET 'N' TANGY FLANK STEAK



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This is a great tasting flank steak. You simply marinate the meat and then throw it on the grill.

Provided by Sheila Rodriguez

Categories     Steaks and Chops

Time 2h15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/3 c reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/3 c brown sugar
1/4 c scallions, sliced
1 Tbsp sesame oil
1 Tbsp sesame seeds
2 tsp chopped garlic
1 tsp minced fresh ginger
1 flank steak (about 2 lbs)

Steps:

  • 1. Stir soy sauce, sugar, scallions, sesame oil, sesame seeds, garlic and ginger together in a bowl. Fold the flank steak into thirds. Place in a large resealable plastic food storage bag. Pour the soy sauce and brown sugar mixture into the bag. Seal bag and turn over to cover steak. Place in refrigerator for two hours. Heat grill or broiler. Remove steak from bag. Place marinade in small saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes. Grill or broil steak for 5 minutes per side or until meat registers 135 degrees. Allow meat to rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  • 2. To serve, thinly slice meat against the grain and serve with marinade.

SWEET AND SPICY GRILLED FLANK STEAK



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There are some steaks that need nothing more than a little salt and pepper to bring out their beefy goodness. Flank steak is not one of them. This bold marinade is just the sort of seasoning the brawny cut begs for: lime juice and zest add brightness, brown sugar sweetness, and jalapeño and sriracha a complex heat. Just whiz it all together in a food processor and slather it on the meat. Marinate overnight (or 20 minutes if that's all the time you have) before tossing it on the grill. Lastly, always make more flank steak that you think you want. Leftovers are the best part.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, weekday, weeknight, steaks and chops, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons coarsely chopped scallions
1 tablespoon peeled and finely chopped ginger
1 fresh jalapeño, seeded if desired, coarsely chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 tablespoon light brown sugar
Zest of 1/2 lime
2 teaspoons lime juice
1 teaspoon sriracha or other hot sauce (or to taste)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt
1 1/2 pounds flank steak

Steps:

  • In a food processor, pulse together scallion, ginger, jalapeño, garlic, sugar, lime zest and juice, and sriracha. With the motor running, pour in oil until smooth.
  • Season steak with salt. Place in a large bowl and pour marinade over meat. Turn to coat well with the mixture. Cover tightly and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  • When you are ready to cook the steak, heat the grill to medium-high heat, or heat the broiler with the rack set 4 inches from the heat source. Transfer meat to the grill and cook, covered, until it reaches the desired doneness (about 5 minutes per side for medium-rare), or broil until charred and done to taste, 4 to 6 minutes per side. Let rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 239, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 3 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 24 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 314 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams

SWEET AND SPICY FLANK STEAK FAJITAS WITH PEPPERS AND ONIONS



Sweet and Spicy Flank Steak Fajitas with Peppers and Onions image

A honey-jalapeno marinade tenderizes flank steak for the grill as the base for these hearty fajitas. Charred peppers and onions add bulk and flavor.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup torn cilantro
1/4 cup honey
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon thyme leaves
6 cloves garlic, smashed
2 jalapenos, seeded
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 pounds flank steak
2 red bell peppers, cut into 1-inch strips
2 yellow bell peppers, cut into 1-inch strips
2 large red onions, thickly sliced
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 limes, juiced
Kosher salt
Neutral oil, for oiling the grill grates
Warm tortillas, for serving
Suggested toppings: guacamole, sour cream, lime wedges, chopped cilantro, sliced jalapenos, pico de gallo, crumbled cotija cheese

Steps:

  • For the sweet and spicy marinade: Put the olive oil, cilantro, honey, lime juice, thyme, garlic, jalapenos, 1 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon pepper in a food processor and pulse to puree. Transfer the mixture to a nonreactive container, add the flank steak and toss to combine. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to 2 hours before cooking
  • For the peppers and onions: Heat a cast-iron pan over medium-high heat until hot. Toss the peppers and onions in a bowl with the olive oil, lime juice and 1 teaspoon salt. Add the pepper-onion mixture to the hot pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and the edges are charred, 8 to 10 minutes. Set aside.
  • Prepare a grill for medium-high heat and brush the grill grates with oil.
  • Grill the flank steak until marked, 4 to 5 minutes per side for medium rare. Transfer to a cutting board and thinly slice.
  • Serve with the warm tortillas and toppings.

SWEET & SPICY GRILLED FLANK STEAK



Sweet & Spicy Grilled Flank Steak image

Fire up the grill for Sweet & Spicy Grilled Flank Steak. Made with Heinz Kansas City BBQ Sauce, this grilled flank steak has a sweet and smoky flavor.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 beef flank steak (1 lb.)
1 tsp. garlic salt
1 tsp. sugar
1 tsp. cracked black pepper
1 Tbsp. MAXWELL HOUSE Ground Coffee
1/2 cup HEINZ BBQ Sauce Kansas City Sweet & Smoky

Steps:

  • Heat grill to medium heat.
  • Score steak on both sides with shallow cross-cuts. Combine garlic salt, sugar, pepper and coffee; rub evenly onto both sides of steak.
  • Grill steak 7 min.; turn. Brush with barbecue sauce; grill 5 min. or until steak is cooked to medium doneness.
  • Transfer steak to cutting board; cover loosely with foil. Let stand 5 min.
  • Cut steak across the grain into thin slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Sodium 840 mg, Carbohydrate 9 g, Fiber 0.8591 g, Sugar 7 g, Protein 14 g

SPICY FLANK STEAK



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This spicy flank steak is full of flavor and texture. Add Ranch dressing for dipping!

Provided by 2COOLBABY2

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Beef     Steaks     Flank Steak Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 teaspoons paprika
2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 pinch ground black pepper
2 pounds flank steak, cut into strips
½ cup Ranch dressing

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, mix the paprika, coriander, cumin, garlic salt, and pepper. Place steak in the bag, and shake to coat. Allow to sit 20 minutes in the refrigerator.
  • Preheat the oven broiler. Lightly grease a baking sheet.
  • Arrange steak on the baking sheet, and broil 5 minutes on each side, or to desired doneness. Serve with Ranch dressing for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239.7 calories, Carbohydrate 2.1 g, Cholesterol 39.2 mg, Fat 16.9 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 18.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 530.2 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

Tips:

  • Use a sharp knife to thinly slice the flank steak against the grain. This will help tenderize the meat and make it more flavorful.
  • Don't overcook the flank steak. Cook it over high heat for a short amount of time, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 135 degrees Fahrenheit for medium-rare.
  • Let the flank steak rest for a few minutes before slicing it. This will help the juices redistribute and make the meat more tender.
  • Serve the flank steak with your favorite sides, such as rice, vegetables, or mashed potatoes.

Conclusion:

This sweet and tangy flank steak recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The flank steak is tender and flavorful, and the sauce is sweet, tangy, and slightly spicy. This recipe is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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