Best Sizzling Flank Steak Middle Eastern Style Recipes

GUEST POST: MIDDLE-EASTERN FLANK STEAK

Steps:

• Heat oven to 350 degrees
• Combine dry ingredients in a bowl to create dry rub
• Use olive oil to baste the flank steak
• Rub the dry rub mixture evenly over the flank steak
• Place in baking pan and cover
• Bake for 50-60 minutes or until medium-rare to medium (130 to 145 degrees internally).
• When done, remove from oven and let sit for 5-7 minutes to prevent juices from running out of the meat when slicing
• Slice in 1/4" thick to 1/8" slices, depending on preference.

SIZZLING FLANK STEAK MIDDLE EASTERN STYLE

Steps:

• Mix all marinade ingredients in a shallow baking dish.
• Add the meat, turning once to coat.
• Cover and refrigerate overnight, turning the meat occasionally.
• Remove the meat from the marinade, reserving the marinade.
• Grill meat to desired doneness, about 5 minutes per side for medium.
• Transfer the meat to a platter and let stand about 5 minuted to stabilize juices.
• Meanwhile, strain marinade into a small saucepan and dicard the solids.
• Bring the marinade to a boil over high heat, 3-5 minutes.
• Cook for 1-2 minutes.
• Cut meat on the diagonal into thin slices and pour marinade over the meat. Garnish with cilantro sprigs.

BEEF SHAWARMA RECIPE

Steps:

• In the bottom of large mixing bowl, add the shawarma spices. Add the olive oil, vinegar, and zest and juice of one lemon. Using a spoon, mix to combine.
• Using a chef's knife, cut the flap steak against the grain into thin bite-size slices (no more than ¼-inch in thickness).
• Add the sliced meat to the bowl. Season with kosher salt and black pepper. Add the garlic and onions. Using a pair of tongs, toss very well to make sure the meat is well-coated with the marinade. Set aside to marinate at room temperature for a few minutes (or, if you have the time, cover and refrigerate for a couple of hours).
• Heat a large cast iron grill pan or skillet over high heat. Using a pair of tongs, add the meat pieces, spreading them as much as you are able. Cook over high heat for anywhere between 8 and 15 minutes, until the meat is fully cooked. (If you like less liquid in your pan and extra char on the meat, you'll likely cook it for about 15 minutes. And if your pan is not large enough, cook the meat in batches).
• While the meat is cooking, prepare the pita pockets and fixings. Make my 3-ingredient Mediterranean salad with tomatoes, cucumbers, and parsley. Make the tahini sauce. And prepare your pickled cucumbers, if using.
• Assemble the shawarma sandwiches. Open up your pita pockets and load them up with the beef shawarma, salad, and finish with a generous drizzle of tahini sauce. Serve immediately!

SIZZLING STEAK FAJITAS

Steps:

• Blend steak sauce and salsa. Place steak in glass dish; coat with 1/4 cup of the steak sauce mixture. Cover. Refrigerate 15 minutes to 1 hour to marinate, stirring occasionally.
• Cook onion and green pepper in oil in large skillet on medium-high heat 3 minutes or until tender. Remove with slotted spoon; reserve. Cook and stir steak in same skillet 5 minutes or until cooked through. Add remaining steak sauce mixture, onion and pepper; cook until heated through.
• Place steak mixture in tortillas; wrap. Serve with fajita toppings, if desired.

MOM'S SIZZLIN' STEAK MARINADE RECIPE

Steps:

• Mix together vegetable oil, Worcestershire sauce, pepper, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, dry mustard, and lemon juice in a Ziploc bag or an airtight container (like tupperware or rubbermaid).
• Add 3 pounds of steak (about 6) to the marinade (any cut of steak will work).
• Store in fridge to marinate for about 8 hours. Flip over the steaks halfway through marinating.
• Grill over medium-high heat to your liking

FETA CHEESE DIP - MIDDLE EASTERN STYLE

Steps:

• Crumble and mash feta cheese with a fork with oils and lemon juice until smooth and creamy.
• Serve with toasted pita wedges or crackers.
• VARIATIONS:.
• Many herbs and spices can be added to this recipe for a "kick".
• Try adding a teaspoon of dill, oregano, garlic powder, or another herb or spice.
• For spicier spices like cumin or caraway, start off with 1/8 teaspoon and increase according to taste.