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Flank Steak

Flank Steak: Juicy Perfection with Summer Corn & Feta Sauce

This Flank Steak dish captivates with its juicy flavor and vibrant summer ingredients, perfect for any dinner occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Steak
  • 1 pound Flank Steak Can also use skirt steak or sirloin.
For the Spinach Sauce
  • 2 cups Fresh Baby Spinach No substitutions recommended.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is preferred.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil.
  • 1 tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar Red wine vinegar can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Smoked paprika can be used.
For the Corn
  • 3 ears Corn Fresh corn is preferred.
For the Garnish
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Can replace with goat cheese.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Cilantro or Parsley Chives can be an alternative.

Equipment

  • cast-iron skillet
  • blender
  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Shuck the corn and boil in a large pot for 5 to 10 minutes until tender, then cool and slice off the kernels.
  2. Blend together spinach, garlic, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, cumin, chili powder, and salt until smooth.
  3. Season the flank steak with chili powder, salt, and pepper. Heat skillet and sear steak for about 5 minutes on each side.
  4. Let the cooked steak rest for 5-10 minutes, then slice against the grain into 1-inch wide strips.
  5. Reheat the sliced steak in the skillet with juices, add corn, and stir to combine. Serve with spinach sauce and garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 35gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Slicing against the grain ensures tenderness. Use a meat thermometer for accurate doneness, preparing components in advance facilitates quicker assembly.

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