Description
A flavorful and elegant dish featuring tender flank steak marinated in a tangy balsamic mixture, then broiled to perfection with a rich blue cheese and panko breadcrumb crust. This recipe delivers a perfect balance of acidity, creaminess, and savory blue cheese for a memorable main course.
Ingredients
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Steak and Marinade
- 1.5–2 lbs flank steak
- ½ cup olive oil
- ½ cup balsamic vinegar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
- 2 green onions, roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (preferably dark)
Blue Cheese Crust
- 1 cup blue cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons panko bread crumbs
- ½ tablespoon butter
Instructions
- Make the Marinade: In a 9×13” baking dish, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper, chopped green onions, and brown sugar until well combined to create a flavorful marinade.
- Score and Marinate the Steak: Score the top of the flank steak in 1-inch sections to allow the marinade to penetrate. Place the steak in the marinade and let it sit for 30–45 minutes per side, using a spoon to baste the marinade into the scored lines for maximum flavor absorption.
- Preheat the Broiler: Preheat your oven to high broil and position the rack near the top, ensuring it won’t touch the meat directly to allow even broiling.
- Initial Broil: Place the marinated flank steak on a broiler pan with the scored side facing up. Broil for 3 minutes, then flip and broil the other side for an additional 3 minutes to start cooking the steak evenly.
- Prepare Crust Mixture: Melt the butter in a small bowl and mix it with the panko bread crumbs. Have the crumbled blue cheese ready for the next step.
- Add the Blue Cheese Crust: Flip the steak again so the scored side is up. Press the blue cheese into the scored sections and evenly sprinkle the panko and butter mixture over the top of the steak to create a savory crust.
- Final Broil: Broil the steak for 5 more minutes, or until the blue cheese is melted and bubbly and the breadcrumb crust turns golden brown.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the steak from the oven and let it rest for 10–15 minutes to allow juices to redistribute. Slice thinly against the grain and serve warm to enjoy the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Scoring the steak allows the marinade and cheese crust to deeply infuse and adhere better.
- Resting the steak after cooking is essential for juicy, tender meat.
- Use a broiler pan to ensure proper air circulation and even cooking under the broiler.
- For less intense blue cheese flavor, reduce the amount or opt for a milder blue cheese variety.
- Serve with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh salad to balance the rich flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: flank steak, balsamic marinade, blue cheese crust, broiled steak, easy steak recipe, savory steak, panko crumbs, blue cheese
