24 Lip-Smacking Flank Steak Recipes That Are a Cut Above the Rest

Change up your weeknight dinner game with the unsung hero of the steak world—flank steak. This lean and budget-friendly cut is not only quick and easy to cook, but it’s also incredibly versatile, making it the perfect choice for a wide range of delicious meals. Despite its reputation for being tough, a simple marinade can work wonders in tenderizing the meat and infusing it with mouthwatering flavor, whether you’re grilling, searing, or roasting it to perfection.

From hearty steak salads to flavorful tacos and everything in between, flank steak is the secret ingredient that can effortlessly transform your everyday meals into something extraordinary. So, if you need some go-to flank steak recipes for an easy and satisfying dinner, look no further!

Teriyaki Flank Steak with Veggies

A skillet full of vegetables and steak on a wooden table. — Teriyaki Flank Steak with Veggies. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Teriyaki flank steak boasts sweet, spicy and savory flavors in every mouthful. Some of the ingredients in the sauce help tenderize the meat. This means you can expect the flank steak on a cast iron skillet to come out juicy and delicious.
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Cranberry Cream Cheese Stuffed Flank Steak

A festive friends giving roast with cranberries and greens on a plate. — Cranberry Cream Cheese Stuffed Flank Steak. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

It is so easy to stuff and roll a butterflied flank steak, so don’t be intimidated. his extra-special recipe for flank steak includes a rich, creamy filling plus cranberries for a contrasting flavor.
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Flank Steak Tacos

Mexican tacos with guacamole and salsa. — Grilled Flank Steak Tacos. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Looking for a delicious and easy summer taco recipe? Try making Marinated Grilled Flank Steak Tacos using the best flank steak marinade (aka carne asada marinade) for a winning dish every time.
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Italian Beef Braciole Stuffed Beef Roll

Beef rolls cooked in sauce and served over pasta. — Beef Braciole. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

A stuffed Italian rolled steak or beef roll with tomato sauce is always good. Braciole is deliciously served with pasta, mashed potatoes, or a vegetable-based side dish.
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Savoury Steak and Squash Salad

A bowl of steak salad with mangoes and feta cheese. — Savoury Steak and Squash Salad. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This steak and squash salad with apple maple dressing and cranberries is a delicious and unique option that can be enjoyed year-round. It’s a must-try recipe for anyone looking for a delicious and filling meal salad.
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Bacon Steak Wraps with Blue Cheese Dressing

A steak wrap cut in half on a plate. — Bacon Steak Wraps. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Bacon steak wraps, made with chuck steak and a homemade blue cheese dressing, are hearty, rich and delicious. If you’re wondering what to put in a steak wrap, I recommend bacon, blue cheese crumbles and fried onions.
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Steak Ranchero

A bowl of beef stew on a wooden table. — Steak Ranchero. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

This steak ranchero recipe features tender flank steak cooked to perfection with a blend of Mexican spices and vegetables. It’s the perfect steak for any Mexcian food lover.
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Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef

Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef is a simple dish that’s packed with flavor and requires very little effort made with flank steak and veggies in a savory sauce.
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Smoked Flank Steak

Smoked flank steak in a citrus marinade for flavor and tenderness cooks up in the smoker with juicy, tender perfection.
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Beef And Broccoli

Beef and Broccoli, tender flank steak marinated and seared at a high temp, mixed with broccoli in a thick soy-based gravy, like your favorite takeout, but better!
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Easy Thai Steak Salad

Savor a delicious Thai Steak Salad with marinated sirloin, fresh veggies, zesty dressing, and herbs. Perfect for a light meal!
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Crispy Chili Beef

Crispy strips of beef with chili sauce make for such a yummy take-out fake-out meal. Serve over white rice for a 30-minute meal that is made of simple ingredients but tastes so satisfying.
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Pepper Steak Stir Fry

Make this stir fry with flank steak or sirloin if you like. It is fast, filling and so tasty! With bell peppers and onions, this simple meal smells so good while it cooks that your family will be eager to dig into this dish.
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Carne Asada

Savor delicious Carne Asada with a zesty marinade! Easy to make, perfect for grilling, and great for tacos.
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Italian Stuffed Flank Steak

This Italian Stuffed Flank steak is stuffed with homemade walnut pesto, prosciutto, roasted bell peppers, and provolone cheese.
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Flank Steak Roll-Ups

These Flank Steak Pinwheels are stuffed with 2 kinds of cheese, herbs, and spinach. They’re an easy gourmet twist on steak.
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Flank Steak Salad With Balsamic Dressing

A salad with steak, tomatoes and onions. — Flank Steak Salad With Balsamic Dressing. Photo credit: The Heirloom Pantry.

Flank Steak Salad with Balsamic Dressing is a hearty salad with tender flank steak, crisp lettuce, and a veggie medley, ready in 20 minutes!
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Grilled Flank Steak With Cilantro Lime Butter

Grilled Flank Steak is a quick and easy recipe that you can make for dinner all summer long. This flank steak recipe is so tender and flavorful, with a delicious cilantro lime steak butter to make it even better. Serve it with your favorite sides, or slice it up for fajitas!
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Slow Cooker Steak Fajitas

Pop some simple ingredients into the slow cooker for a really flavourful family meal. This dish cooks while you are at work for the ultimate weeknight dinner. Serve with fajitas shells or over rice.
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Bavette Steak

Thin slices of flank steak are cooked to perfection and then coated with yummy chimichurri sauce. This budget-friendly dish pairs perfectly with risotto or potatoes in any form.
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Teriyaki Beef Stir Fry

Grab a flank steak, peppers and broccoli to make a tender and tasty family dinner. With simple ingredients and the best sauce, everyone who tries this will agree, it is even better than takeout!
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Grilled Flank Steak Pinwheels

Stuff flank steak with cheese and spinach, then grill them to perfection. This easy main course is ready in less than 20 minutes for such a flavourful way to prepare an economical cut of meat.
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Blue Cheese and Steak Crostini

If you are planning a party, then this is the crostini to serve. It has rare, tender slices of flank steak, paired with zippy blue cheese and a yummy jam for a medley of great flavors in each bite.
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Flank Steak Tacos with Strawberry Salsa

Add flank steaks to tacos for a really hearty and delicious twist on a family-favorite meal. These are easy and so good! The berries on the top bring a gorgeous color and sweetness to the dish.
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