Description
Succulent grilled flank steak with burrata & pesto delivers Italian countryside charm on a plate. Creamy cheese and herbal pesto complement perfectly charred meat, inviting you to savor each memorable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 12 lbs (680 g) flank steak
- 8 oz (225 g) burrata cheese
- ½ cup (120 g) fresh basil pesto
- 2 tbsps olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp fresh rosemary or thyme, chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
- Balsamic glaze (optional)
Instructions
- Marinade Preparation: Whisk olive oil, garlic, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, rosemary, salt, and pepper into a cohesive mixture, creating a flavor-intense coating for the flank steak.
- Marinating Process: Completely envelop the steak with the prepared marinade, massaging the blend into every crevice to maximize flavor penetration, then refrigerate in a sealed container for 30 minutes to 4 hours.
- Temperature Adjustment: Remove the marinated steak from the refrigerator, allowing it to rest at room temperature for 15 minutes to ensure uniform cooking and optimal texture.
- Grill Preparation: Fire up the grill to high heat, creating an intense cooking surface that will develop a robust caramelized exterior and distinctive char marks.
- Grilling Technique: Carefully position the steak on the searing-hot grill, cooking for 4-5 minutes per side to achieve a perfect medium-rare doneness with a beautifully crusted exterior.
- Resting and Slicing: Transfer the grilled steak to a cutting board, letting it rest for 5-7 minutes to redistribute internal juices, then slice against the grain into delicate, tender strips.
- Final Presentation: Artfully arrange the sliced steak on a serving platter, crown with creamy burrata, and finish with a vibrant pesto drizzle, serving immediately to capture the dish’s peak flavors and temperature.
Notes
- Optimize Marinade Absorption: Puncture the flank steak with a fork before marinating to help the flavors penetrate deeper into the meat, enhancing overall taste and tenderness.
- Manage Meat Temperature: Let the steak rest at room temperature before grilling to ensure even cooking and prevent tough, uneven texture across the cut.
- Master Grilling Technique: Use high heat and avoid moving the steak too much during cooking to develop a perfect caramelized crust and achieve ideal grill marks.
- Slice with Precision: Always cut the steak against the grain to break down muscle fibers, guaranteeing a more tender and enjoyable eating experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 552
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 46 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg