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sweet balsamic marinated steak

A tender, flavor-packed steak marinated in a sweet and tangy balsamic blend, then seared to perfection.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main
Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Steak and Marinade
  • 1.5 lbs flank or sirloin steak
  • 0.5 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.5 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tbsp fresh rosemary or thyme (optional)

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Whisk all marinade ingredients together in a mixing bowl.
  2. Place steak in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour marinade over it. Refrigerate 2–12 hours.
  3. Bring steak to room temperature for 20–30 minutes before cooking.
  4. Heat grill, skillet, or broiler. Cook steak 4–6 minutes per side for medium-rare.
  5. Rest steak for 10 minutes after cooking.
  6. Slice against the grain and serve.

Notes

Marinate longer for deeper flavor; reduce leftover marinade into a glaze for serving.