With flat iron steak you have all the tenderness of filet, but you must provide the flavor with marinades or rubs.
Ingredients
- flat iron steaks: 4 piece (6 ounce)
- olive oil: 2 Tbsp
- ground black pepper: 1 Tbsp
- kosher salt: 2 tsp
- garlic powder: 1 tsp
- onion powder: 1 tsp
- cayenne pepper: 1 tsp
- dark brown sugar: 1 tsp
- lime juice: 2 tsp (fresh)
Metric Conversion
Stages of cooking
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Lay steaks out on a platter and allow to come to room temperature, about 30 minutes.
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Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil grate.
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Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
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Whisk together the olive oil, pepper, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, brown sugar, and lemon juice in a small bowl. Evenly rub one side of each steak with the mixture.
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Lay the steaks on the hot grill with the seasoned-side facing up for 2 minutes. Flip and sear the seasoned side about 2 minutes.
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Transfer steaks to preheated oven; bake to desired doneness, seasoned-side up, 8 to 10 minutes for medium-well. Allow to rest 3 to 4 minutes before serving.
