Ingredients

1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 lb flank steak , trimmed
cooking spray
1/2 cup onion , chopped
1 garlic clove , minced
2 cups shiitake mushrooms , casp thinly sliced
1 cup less-sodium beef broth
1/3 cup dry white wine
1 tablespoon blasamic vinegar
1/2 cup green onion , minced
Flank steak is a flavorful cut of beef that is often cooked with marinades or sauces to enhance its taste. This recipe incorporates shiitake mushrooms into a flavorful sauce that pairs well with the steak. Shiitake mushrooms are prized for their earthy, meaty flavor and are a popular ingredient in Asian cuisine. This dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend barbecue with friends and family.

Instructions

1.Preheat grill to high heat.
2.Sprinkle salt and black pepper over steak, rubbing it into the meat.
3.Place the steak on the grill, close the lid, and cook for about 6 minutes per side or until desired degree of doneness is reached.
4.Once cooked, transfer steak to a platter and cover with foil to keep warm.
5.Spray a large skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium heat.
6.Add onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened.
7.Add mushrooms to the skillet and cook until browned.
8.Add beef broth, white wine, and balsamic vinegar to the skillet, then simmer for about 5 minutes or until the liquid is slightly reduced.
9.Stir in green onions and serve mushroom sauce over the sliced flank steak.

PROS

The steak is high in protein and the shiitake mushroom sauce is flavorful.

This dish is a great way to incorporate mushrooms into your diet, which have been linked to supporting immune function and reducing inflammation.

CONS

Flank steak is a lean cut, which means it can be tough if not cooked properly.

The mushroom sauce contains beef broth, which can be high in sodium.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The high protein content in the steak can support muscle growth and repair, while mushrooms have been shown to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
The shiitake mushrooms in the sauce contain beta-glucans, which have been linked to supporting immune function and reducing inflammation as well.

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