Okay, so I know we all have those cravings for a great steak. There are a lot to choose from now-a-days. When you have a family, like I do, steaks can get expensive when you are feeding 4...or even more! Having that Memorial Day cookout this year? Want to show off a little without breaking the bank? Listen up...
Try a Flat Iron Steak. They are similar to a flank steak. It is off the shoulder of the cow. This is fairly new to the steak choice selections, so you may have just started to hear about it. If you do this right, you can be a star...with money left for the beer.
I find the flat iron at Kroger, near the flank steak, but this is usually in a pre-portioned package. So, know what you are looking for. I don't find it (at least at Kroger) a top a styrofoam with plastic wrap like most of the steaks you find. Usually one steak can feed a family of four for about $12. If you have more than four, or all adults, you may want to go with two cuts. Marinate, marinate, marinate! Over night for the most flavor or pop it in a zipper baggie in the morning at least. There are a ton of pre-made marinades out there or you can make your own. The garlic and herb varieties work or any of the "steakhouse" marinades. Grill for about 8-10 minutes on the first side, then about 6 minutes on the second side for medium-rare on fairly high heat. I do mine on high, but all grills are different. Take the cut off the grill and let it rest for about 10 minutes. DO NOT cut into this right away. The juices will run all over the place and you will end up with dry meat. Dry does not work with this cut of beef. Then, you MUST cut it thinly and across the grain. Usually the grain runs lengthwise on these, so you are going to cut across it, making short slices of steak for your guests. I have also used this cut for steak tacos. Perfect!
If you want to go the extra mile, try out a Compound Butter and really dazzle! Have fun this summer!
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