Description
Enjoy a delightful Korean-inspired grilled flank steak marinated in a flavorful blend of soy sauce, Gochujang chili sauce, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil. This recipe offers a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors, enhanced by a deliciously nutty finish and a complementary dipping sauce. Ideal for a quick yet impressive meal, this grilled steak is tender, juicy, and ready in just over an hour.
Ingredients
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Marinade
- 1/4 cup Soy Sauce
- 2 tablespoons Gochujang Chili Sauce
- 1 tablespoon Ginger Paste
- 1 tablespoon Garlic Paste
- 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar
- 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil
Main Ingredient
- 1 pound Flank Steak
Toppings and Dipping Sauce
- 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds
- 2 tablespoons Chopped Green Onions
- 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce (for dipping sauce)
- 2 tablespoons Gochujang (for dipping sauce)
Instructions
- Preparation: In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, Gochujang chili sauce, ginger paste, garlic paste, brown sugar, and sesame oil until fully combined, forming the marinade.
- Marinate the Steak: Place the flank steak in a dish or a large resealable plastic bag. Pour 3/4 of the marinade over the steak, ensure it is well coated by mixing or massaging it gently. Cover or seal and marinate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for deeper flavor.
- Preheat Grill: Heat your grill or Blackstone griddle to medium to medium-high heat, preparing it for direct grilling.
- Grill the Steak: Place the marinated flank steak on the hot grill. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side to achieve a medium doneness. While grilling, brush with the remaining marinade to build layers of flavor and moisture.
- Rest the Steak: Remove the steak from the grill and allow it to rest for about 5 minutes to redistribute juices and ensure tenderness.
- Slice and Serve: Slice the flank steak thinly against the grain to maximize tenderness. Arrange on a serving plate and drizzle with the optional dipping sauce made by mixing 2 tablespoons soy sauce and 2 tablespoons Gochujang. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
Notes
- Marinate overnight if possible to enhance flavor and tenderness.
- Adjust grilling time depending on preferred doneness and steak thickness.
- For extra smoky flavor, use charcoal grill instead of gas or griddle.
- Ensure slicing against the grain to keep meat tender.
- Gochujang can be adjusted or substituted with a milder chili paste if preferred.
