Savory Marinated Flat Iron Steak with Reduced Marinade Glaze
This Savory Marinated Flat Iron Steak is a delicious and impressive dish perfect for any occasion. The marinade, a harmonious blend of vegetable oil, soy sauce, and red wine vinegar, infuses the steak with robust flavors while the Worcestershire sauce and ground ginger add depth and warmth. Suitable for both grilling and broiling, this recipe allows you to create a juicy, tender steak that will delight your guests. The reserved marinade transforms into a rich glaze, enhancing each bite as you serve it over beautifully sliced steak. Perfect for a summer BBQ or a cozy dinner, this dish is sure to impress with its balanced flavors and stunning presentation.
4
Servings
375
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
vegetable oil
1/2 cup (none)
soy sauce
1/4 cup (none)
red wine vinegar
1/4 cup (none)
Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons (none)
ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon (none)
garlic clove
1 (minced (optional))
flat iron steak
1 lb (none)
Instructions
1
In a mixing bowl, combine the vegetable oil, soy sauce, red wine vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, ground ginger, and minced garlic (if using) to create the marinade.
2
Place the flat iron steak into a large freezer bag and pour the marinade over the steak. Seal the bag tightly and freeze. For fresh marination, simply refrigerate the steak in the marinade for several hours.
3
The night before serving, remove the bag from the freezer and allow it to thaw in the refrigerator.
4
Once thawed, preheat your grill or broiler. Remove the steak from the marinade, patting it dry lightly. Reserve the marinade for later use.
5
Grill the steak for 8 to 10 minutes on each side, or alternatively, broil for 6 minutes on one side and 4 minutes on the other, until desired doneness.
6
While the steak is cooking, pour the reserved marinade into a saucepan. Heat it on medium heat and bring it to a gentle boil, letting it simmer for at least 10 minutes or until it reduces by about a third.
7
After cooking, allow the steak to rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
8
Slice the steak diagonally against the grain into thin pieces. Serve the slices drizzled with the reduced marinade glaze for added flavor.
Nutrition Information
22.5g
Fat
2g
Carbs
25g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Savory Marinated Flat Iron Steak with Reduced Marinade Glaze?
It is a dish featuring a 1 lb flat iron steak marinated in a blend of oil, soy sauce, and vinegar, which is then grilled or broiled and served with a thick, reduced glaze made from the marinade.
How many servings does this steak recipe make?
This recipe is designed to produce 4 servings.
What are the primary ingredients in the steak marinade?
The marinade consists of vegetable oil, soy sauce, red wine vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, ground ginger, and an optional minced garlic clove.
How much flat iron steak is needed?
The recipe requires 1 lb of flat iron steak.
What type of oil is recommended for the marinade?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of vegetable oil.
How much soy sauce is used in the marinade?
The recipe uses 1/4 cup of soy sauce.
What kind of vinegar is used for this recipe?
The marinade uses 1/4 cup of red wine vinegar.
How much Worcestershire sauce is required?
The recipe specifies 2 teaspoons of Worcestershire sauce.
How much ground ginger is added to the marinade?
The recipe calls for 1/2 teaspoon of ground ginger.
Is garlic a required ingredient for the marinade?
No, one minced garlic clove is listed as an optional ingredient.
Can I freeze the steak while it is marinating?
Yes, you can place the steak and marinade in a freezer bag and freeze it for later use.
How long should I refrigerate the steak if I am not freezing it?
For fresh marination, you should refrigerate the steak in the marinade for several hours.
How should I thaw the steak if it was frozen?
Remove the bag from the freezer the night before serving and let it thaw in the refrigerator.
What is the first step in preparing the steak for cooking?
Preheat your grill or broiler and remove the steak from the marinade, patting it dry lightly while reserving the marinade.
How long do I grill the flat iron steak?
Grill the steak for 8 to 10 minutes on each side until it reaches your desired doneness.
What are the instructions for broiling the steak?
Broil the steak for 6 minutes on the first side and 4 minutes on the second side.
What do I do with the reserved marinade?
Pour the reserved marinade into a saucepan and boil it for at least 10 minutes to create a glaze.
How long should the marinade simmer to create the glaze?
The marinade should simmer on medium heat for at least 10 minutes.
By how much should the marinade reduce when making the glaze?
The marinade should reduce by approximately one third to achieve a rich glaze consistency.
Why must the marinade be boiled for 10 minutes?
Boiling is necessary to ensure the marinade is safe to consume after touching raw meat and to allow it to thicken.
How long should the steak rest after cooking?
Allow the steak to rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
What is the proper way to slice the flat iron steak?
Slice the steak thin and diagonally against the grain.
How is the reduced glaze served?
The glaze should be drizzled over the thin slices of steak.
How many calories are in one serving of this steak?
Each serving contains approximately 375 calories.
What is the protein content per serving?
There are 25g of protein per serving.
How much fat is in this recipe?
The dish contains 22.5g of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in each serving?
There are 2g of carbohydrates per serving.
What occasions is this recipe best suited for?
It is perfect for summer BBQs, cozy dinners, or any occasion requiring an impressive main dish.
What are the primary flavor profiles of this dish?
The dish offers robust, savory, and warm flavors with a rich depth from the soy and Worcestershire sauces.
What categories or tags describe this recipe?
Tags include steak, marinated, grilling, broiling, main dish, beef, BBQ, dinner, and marinade.