How to Make Tuscan Flank Steak - A Step-by-Step Guide

One of the most iconic dishes of Tuscan cuisine, Tuscan Flank Steak is a flavorful and hearty dish that is perfect for a special dinner or a weekend gathering with friends and family. Originating from the Tuscany region of Italy, this dish is a prime example of the simple yet rich flavors that Italian cooking is known for. Featuring a succulent cut of beef, marinated in fragrant herbs and spices, and then grilled to perfection, this Tuscan Flank Steak recipe is a must-try for any lover of Ita...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup chopped fresh rosemary
  • 6 cloves garlic
  • ⅓ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 (1 1/2-pound) flank steak, trimmed of excess fat
  • ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary
  • ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 sprig fresh rosemary

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 14 mins
  • Additional Time: 4 hrs 6 mins
  • Total Time: 4 hrs 40 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Combine 1/2 cup chopped fresh rosemary, garlic, 1/3 cup olive oil, 1/4 cup lemon juice, black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and set marinade aside.
  • Pierce the steak with a fork 20 to 30 times. Place in a shallow baking dish. Pour marinade over steak and flip to coat both sides. Cover and refrigerate for 4 to 8 hours.
  • Combine 1/3 cup olive oil, 3 tablespoons lemon juice, lemon zest, 1 teaspoon minced rosemary, 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes, and a pinch of salt in a jar. Cover and shake the dressing to combine. Shake again before using.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Remove steak from marinade; scrape off any chunks of marinade. Discard used marinade. Season steak with salt and black pepper.
  • Place steak on the preheated grill and cook until browned on the outside and red on the inside, about 6 to 8 minutes per side. Place 2 tablespoons of the olive oil-lemon juice dressing in a small bowl. Use rosemary sprig to baste the steak while it cooks. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of a steak should read 125 degrees F (52 degrees C) for rare.
  • Remove steak to a platter and allow to rest about 6 minutes before slicing. Cut in half lengthwise, then into 1/4-inch-thick slices at an angle against the grain. Drizzle with additional dressing.
  • Nutrition

    497 cal.

    • Total Fat: 44g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 37mg
    • Sodium: 371mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 5g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 21g
    • Vitamin C: 16mg
    • Calcium: 40mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 333mg