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🔍 What Is Flank Steak?
Flank steak is a long, flat, lean cut of beef taken from the abdominal muscles (specifically, the flank primal) of the cow. It’s known for its distinct grain, deep beefy flavor, and versatility on the grill.
It’s very similar to skirt steak, but:
- Slightly thicker and wider
- Leaner with a tighter grain
- Typically more uniform in shape — great for slicing and plating
🔥 Why Flank Steak Is Great for Summer Grilling
Flank steak is a lean, flavorful cut that cooks quickly and works especially well with marinades, making it an ideal choice for both weeknight dinners and summer grilling. It’s long and flat, which makes it great for feeding a group, and it’s easy to slice thinly across the grain for maximum tenderness.
Flank steak shines in dishes like fajitas, grain bowls, or salads, and it can be prepped ahead of time — just marinate, sear, and slice for a bold, beefy meal that’s ready to go. Cooked right, flank steak can be incredibly juicy and satisfying despite its lower fat content.
🧠 Butcher’s Tips
- Marinate for 2–6 hours to add tenderness and flavor (30 minutes minimum)
- Grill over high heat to medium-rare (125–135°F)
- Let it rest for 5–10 minutes
- Slice against the grain — this is key to tenderness
- Don’t over cook the steak! It will become very tough and chewy.
🍽️ Flank Steak Recipe Ideas
Grilled Flank Steak Tacos🌮
- Marinate in lime juice, garlic, cumin, and olive oil
- Grill hot and fast
- Slice thin and serve in corn tortillas with pickled onions and crema
Flank Steak Salad🥗
- Slice thin and lay over arugula or mixed greens
- Add cherry tomatoes, red onion, blue cheese, and balsamic vinaigrette
Asian-Style Flank Steak🥡
- Marinade: soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, honey
- Grill and serve with jasmine rice and grilled veggies
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds
🛒 Purchasing & Storage Notes
We always have flank steak on hand frozen for purchase or fresh to order! If bought frozen, let steak thaw out slowly bring to room temp before cooking for best results!
- Usually sold in 1–2 lb cuts
- Vacuum-sealed options freeze well — up to 12 months
- Cooked flank steak lasts 3–4 days in the fridge
Stay tuned for our next Cut of the Week!
