The Best Flank steak

By williagx

Michael Schlow Grills a Recipe for Flank Steak


Flank Steak
From the Kitchen of Michael Schlow


Michael Schlow, chef/owner of Alta Strada, joins us at the grill
with a recipe for flank steak. It is a recipe that Schlow grew
up with. So, fire up the grill and judge for yourself.

Ingredients

• 1 large flank steak (1/2 to 2 pounds)
• Salt and pepper, for seasoning the steak before grilling
• For the Marinade
• 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/4 cup sherry vinegar
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 tablespoon ketchup
• 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 red onion, very finely diced
• 1 pinch cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
• 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Note: A prolonged stint in the marinade helps develop the rich
flavor of this steak, so let it marinate a full 24 hours; 36 is
even better.



Be sure to slice the meat across the grain. If you look at the
steak, you will see little "ridges" that run from one side of the
meat to the other. Simply slice across these ridges (rather than