Description
An easy marinated flank steak recipe reminiscent of beef bulgogi! Flavored with soy, ginger, garlic, gochujang, and sesame and caramelized on the grill. Serve an Asian-inspired chimichurri on the side.
Ingredients
- 1 cup low-sodium soy sauce (preferably Tamari)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 1 Asian pear, peeled, cored and chopped into chunks
- 1 to 2 tablespoons gochujang
- 1 inch fresh ginger, peeled and coarsely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 1–1/2 to 2 pounds flank steak
SESAME CHIMICHURRI:
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
- 4 green onions, white and green parts finely minced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely minced
- 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1 lime
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Toasted sesame seeds, for sprinkling
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
Combine the soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, Asian pear, Gochujang, ginger, garlic, and toasted sesame oil in a blender and blend until smooth. Place the flank steak in a resealable plastic bag or lidded container and pour the marinade over top. Ensure the marinade is coating all of the meat. Let marinate for at least 4 hours and up to 24 hours.
When ready to cook the steak, make the chimichurri: Combine all of the ingredients in a medium mixing bowl. Taste for seasonings and adjust if necessary. Set aside.
Preheat your outdoor grill or a grill pan over high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade, allowing the excess to drip off. Sear the steak for 5 to 8 minutes per side, or until your desired degree of doneness is achieved. Remove the steak from the grill, cover and allow to rest for at least 15 minutes. Thinly slice the steak against the grain. Sprinkle the steak with sesame seeds. Serve with the chimichurri and extra lime wedges.
Notes
Inspiration: Korean Grilled Steak with Toasted Sesame Chimichurri on halfbakedharvest.com
- Category: Beef, Grilling