Chef John’s Grilled Flap Steak

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 13

Chef John's Grilled Flap Steak recipe for a delicious and healthy meal

by The Chefin Steak

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

2h 25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 tablespoons green curry paste
	2 tablespoons fish sauce , or more to taste
	2 tablespoons rice vinegar , or more to taste
	2 tablespoons coconut milk
	freshly ground black pepper to taste
	1 pinch cayenne pepper , or more to taste
	1 pinch salt ( optional )
	2 pounds flap steak , trimmed of fat

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

381

Sugar

Fat

26g

Flap steak is one of the less expensive cuts of beef and one of the tastiest, with a beefy flavor that is perfect for grilling. This recipe from Chef John takes it up a notch with a flavorful marinade made with coconut milk, green curry paste, and fish sauce. The result is a juicy and tender grilled steak that is full of flavor and healthy too! Flap steak is also known as sirloin tip steak and is best cooked to medium-rare or medium for the best texture and flavor. Serve with a side salad and your favorite grilled vegetables for a delicious and healthy meal.

Instructions

1.	In a small bowl, mix together the green curry paste, fish sauce, rice vinegar, coconut milk, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and salt (if using) until well combined.
2.	Place the flap steak in a large resealable bag and pour the marinade over it. Seal the bag and massage the marinade into the meat until well coated.
3.	Marinate the steak in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
4.	Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade and discard any excess.
5.	Grill the steak for 4-7 minutes per side, or until cooked to your desired level of doneness.
6.	Remove the steak from the grill and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.

PROS

This recipe is easy to prepare and yields a juicy and flavorful grilled steak that is perfect for a healthy meal.

The marinade is made with simple ingredients and adds a delicious and unique flavor to the meat.

CONS

Flap steak can be tougher and chewier compared to other cuts of steak.
But marinating it helps to tenderize the meat and enhance the flavor.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Flap steak is a lean cut of beef that is high in protein and low in fat. It is also rich in iron, zinc, and vitamin B12 which can help to support a healthy immune system. The marinade in this recipe is made with coconut milk which is a good source of healthy fats and has been shown to help with weight loss and improving heart health.