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Smoked Flank Steak

Quick-smoking flank steak with bold flavor.

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🔪 Prep Time 10 minutes
🔥 Cook Time 45 minutes
⏱️ Total Time 55 minutes
👥 Servings 4
Smoked Flank Steak

Flank steak is a leaner cut that takes on smoke beautifully in a shorter cook time. It's perfect for when you want smoked beef but don't have hours to spare. Sliced thin against the grain, it's tender and flavorful - great for tacos, sandwiches, or just plated up.

This is weeknight-friendly BBQ that still delivers big flavor. It's also perfect for meal prep since it slices up nicely for sandwiches and salads throughout the week.

Flank steak is incredibly versatile. Use it for tacos with all the fixings. Slice for steak sandwiches. Serve over rice with vegetables for a quick dinner. It's also great on top of a big salad for something lighter.

Flank takes well to marinades since it's lean. Soy and garlic, chimichurri, or a simple garlic-herb mixture all work great. Don't marinate too long or the texture can get mushy. A few hours is plenty.

This is a quick cook - you're just building smoke flavor while bringing it to medium-rare, about 130°F internal. Rest it well before slicing. Always cut thin, against the grain - this makes or breaks the tenderness of flank steak.

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. 1

    Coat steak with oil. Try Meat Church Holy Cow Rub for extra flavor.

  2. 2

    Season both sides.

  3. 3

    Smoke at 225°F for 30-45 minutes.

  4. 4

    Remove at 130°F internal. Use an instant-read thermometer for accuracy.

  5. 5

    Rest 10 minutes.

  6. 6

    Slice thin against the grain.