A favorite for tacos and fajitas, flank steak has a noticeable ropy grain and a hearty beef flavor. These guides will take you through all the stages of preparation, from marinating to grilling to carving.
Anyone who has ever glanced at a raw flank steak and suspected it might be tougher than a CrossFit instructor is actually on to something. Without a plan, a flank steak can be about as chewable as a tractor tire. But with the right technique, this lean, mean, beefy machine transforms into the holy grail … Read more
How much flank steak should you plan on serving per person? This can be a tough question, especially since the answer changes slightly once the steak is cooked. This guide is here to help you do the math. How Much Flank Steak Per Person Start with a base estimate of 8 ounces of raw flank … Read more
There are a lot of great steak cuts out there, and some have more in common than others. If you’re having trouble deciding between round steak vs flank steak, our guide should help to eliminate the guesswork. Round Steak vs Flank Steak While round steak comes from the round primal, near the hindquarters, the flank … Read more
Can you tell the difference between flank steak and flap steak? If not, you’re certainly not alone. These two cuts have plenty in common. However, this isn’t a case of the same cut masquerading under several different names. Flap steak isn’t the same cut as flank steak. In this guide, we’ll go over the similarities … Read more
Brisket and flank steak might have a lot in common, but they’re not the same cut. Here’s a primer on what sets these two popular hunks of beef apart—and why it’s important to know the difference. Brisket vs Flank Steak Brisket and flank steak both consist of well-exercised muscles from the steer’s underside that will … Read more
If you’re like me, you’re always on the lookout for a great grilling steak. But there are so many labels out there that it’s easy to get confused, even if you’ve been grilling for years. Is there a difference between London broil and flank steak? If not, why are they called by different names? Let’s … Read more