How to cook juicy, tender cast-iron skillet flank steak that will taste as if a top chef cooked it for you. You’ll never want to cook it any other way!
Have you ever wondered how to cook tender pieces of flank steak? This delicious recipe will have you eating restaurant tasting steak.
I really wanted steak and fries and I’ve cooked with flank steak before on the grill. I know how tender it can be if you cut against the grain in thin strips.
Ingredients for Cast-Iron Skillet Flank Steak
- Flank Steak
- Worcestershire Sauce
- Seasoned Salt
- Black Pepper
- Thyme
- Olive Oil
This is the smaller of my two cast-iron skillets. If you have a larger one I am sure you could fit all 4 pieces of steak in at once.
What temperature should flank steak be?
Flank steak is really best at a rare (125-130 degrees Fahrenheit) to medium-rare (130-135 degrees Fahrenheit) temperature. If you go to a medium (140-145 degrees Fahrenheit) temperature it begins to get dry and tough.
What part of the cow does flank steak come from?
Flank steak comes from the cow’s abdominal muscles and is known to be a tough, but lean cut of beef with a thick grain.
How do you make cast-iron skillet flank steak tender?
- Marinading flank steak is one of the best ways to tenderize this cut of beef. It helps break down the muscle fibers and collagen.
- Another way to tenderize the beef is by making small cuts in the beef’s fibers before cooking it. In this recipe, I cut 1/8” diagonal slices into the top of the steak, about 1/4” deep.
- How you cut the beef after it cooks is important too. Cutting against the grain and breaking apart the fibers is important. This way, as you take each bite of beef, you are chewing with the grain and it pulls apart easily.
What is flank steak good for?
- Sheet Pan Steak Fajitas
- Salpicón, Shredded Beef Mexican Salad
- Carne Asada
- Grilled Marinated Flank Steak with Chimichurri
- Balsamic Steak Salad
- Instant Pot Beef and Broccoli
- Teriyaki Beef Jerky
Cast-Iron Skillet Flank Steak Sides:
- Air Fryer French Fries
- Air Fryer Mushrooms & Onions
- Air Fryer Stuffed Mushrooms
- Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus
- Cheesy Potatoes
- Garlic Roasted Brussels Sprouts
- Garlic Parmesan Roasted Carrots
- Ultimate Cheesy Au Gratin Potatoes
Enjoy!
Cast-Iron Skillet Flank Steak
Course: MainCuisine: American4
servings5
minutes30
Minutes4-6
Minutes5
MinutesHow to cook juicy, tender cast-iron skillet flank steak that will taste as if a top chef cooked it for you. You’ll never want to cook it any other way!
Ingredients
1 1/2 lbs Flank Steak
1/4 cup Worcestershire Sauce
1 tsp Seasoned Salt
1/2 tsp Black Pepper
1 tsp Thyme
1 tbsp Olive Oil
Directions
- Cut large flank steak into 4 equal pieces. To tenderize the meat, cut 1/8” diagonal slices into the top of the steak, about 1/4” deep. Mix Worcestershire and seasonings together and coat beef with marinade. Allow to refrigerate for 30 minutes. Remove from the refrigerator about 30 minutes prior to cooking to allow beef to reach room temperature.
- Heat olive oil in cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add steak to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned. Wrap steak in foil and allow to rest for 5 minutes.
Rare internal temperature: 125-130 degrees Fahrenheit
Medium-rare internal temperature: 130-135 degrees Fahrenheit - Cutting against the grain, slice beef into 1/4” pieces. Serve with your favorite sides!
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