Description
London broil brings robust beefy flavors to dinner tables with minimal effort. Marinated and quickly grilled, this classic cut delivers juicy, tender slices that will satisfy hearty appetites.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 lbs (907 grams) london broil (top round or flank steak)
Marinade Liquids:
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) olive oil
- 1/3 cup (80 milliliters) soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) worcestershire sauce
Seasoning:
- 1 tablespoon (15 grams) brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon (5 grams) garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon (5 grams) onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 grams) black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 grams) red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Craft a robust marinade by whisking together olive oil, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, brown sugar, and cracked black pepper in a mixing container.
- Submerge the meat fully in the marinade, ensuring complete coverage, and seal within a zip-top bag or shallow dish. Refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours, with overnight marination preferred for deeper flavor penetration.
- Extract the steak from refrigeration approximately 30 minutes prior to cooking, allowing it to equilibrate to ambient temperature and promoting more even heat distribution.
- Configure the broiler to high intensity and strategically line a baking sheet with aluminum foil to facilitate easy cleanup and heat reflection.
- Position the marinated steak centrally on the prepared baking sheet, positioning the rack approximately 4-5 inches from the broiler’s heat source.
- Broil the meat for 5-7 minutes per side, monitoring closely to achieve desired internal temperature – approximately 130°F for medium-rare or 140°F for medium doneness.
- Immediately transfer the steak from the broiler and allow it to rest undisturbed for 10 minutes, enabling internal juices to redistribute and ensuring optimal moisture retention.
- Utilize a sharp knife to slice the steak thinly and precisely against the grain, which guarantees maximum tenderness and an appealing presentation.
Notes
- Optimize marinating time by letting the steak absorb flavors overnight for deeper, more complex taste profiles.
- Ensure even cooking by patting the meat dry before broiling, which helps achieve a perfect golden-brown exterior.
- Customize the marinade with herbs like rosemary or thyme to introduce additional aromatic dimensions to the dish.
- Use a meat thermometer for precise doneness, preventing overcooking and maintaining juicy, tender texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (excluding marinating time)
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 47 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg