Flank Steak, USDA Boneless, (5 Lb. Avg)

Flank steak has an unfortunate reputation for being tough and chewy in texture. The shape of the cut can partly cause this, as it usually has a thick and thin end with not a lot of connective tissue. How a flank steak is prepared, cooked, and cut can also influence its tenderness and taste.

You may have eaten a flank steak before or not know it! Flank Steak is occasionally referred to as London Broil or Jiffy steak and is an abdominal cut that comes from the lower stomach part of a cow, directly below the loin. Because of this muscle’s location, Flank steak contains strong muscle fibers and is very lean compared to other steak cuts. If not prepared correctly, it can be a challenging piece of meat, but cooked and sliced right, it can turn into a tender, incredibly flavorful cut of beef exploding with delicious flavors.

With 5 lbs of Flank Steak, the best way to prepare this cut of meat to tingle the taste buds is low and slow. Our flank steaks should be cooked to medium-rare perfection to preserve tenderness and juiciness, ensuring they are never overcooked. Whether grilling, pan-frying, or baking, it’s essential to keep an eye on your flank steak to avoid toughness, so we highly recommend using a good digital meat thermometer on hand so you know when the steak reaches 130 °F, just a bit below the temperature of medium-rare, meaning it’s time to remove the flank steak from heat and let it rest to come up to temperature.

One tip for guaranteeing a beautiful flank steak is to begin cooking it immediately instead of allowing the meat to come to room temperature from a cold fridge. While this is generally the opposite for some meats, our Flank steak will ensure the inside of your steak stays medium-rare while the outside cooks faster without making the meat tougher.
Want to kick up your flank steak even further? Try a simple marinade before cooking. Marinades can help tenderize Flank steak until it’s fork-tender, and if you choose to use one, try to marinate our flank steak for up to six hours for the flavors to unlock and the meat to get tender.

Are you ready to explore a new world of flavor? Try our USDA Boneless, 5lbs of Flank Steak, freshly cut and delivered straight to your door.