Description
London broil by Bobby Flay brings robust flavors from marinades and precise grilling techniques. Meat lovers will discover a perfect balance of smoky char and juicy tenderness with this classic steak preparation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ lbs (680 g) top-round London broil
- 5 large garlic cloves
- 1 tsp salt
- ¼ cup (60 ml) dry red wine
- ¼ cup (60 ml) balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) soy sauce
- 1 tsp honey
Instructions
- Marinade Preparation: Crush garlic cloves with kosher salt in a blender, releasing aromatic oils while creating a flavor-intense base for the marinade.
- Liquid Infusion: Combine red wine, balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, and honey into the blender, crafting a multilayered liquid mixture that will tenderize and enhance the meat’s natural flavors.
- Meat Marination: Transfer London broil into a resealable plastic bag, pour the blended marinade, ensuring complete meat coverage, and refrigerate for 4-24 hours, occasionally rotating to distribute flavors evenly.
- Temperature Equalization: Remove meat from refrigerator 45-60 minutes before grilling, allowing it to reach room temperature for uniform cooking.
- Grill Preparation: Heat grill to high temperature (400-450°F), creating optimal conditions for achieving perfect sear and caramelization.
- Grilling Technique: Cook London broil 7-9 minutes per side, rotating once to develop consistent grill marks and reach medium-rare doneness at 135°F internal temperature.
- Resting and Slicing: Let grilled meat rest uncovered for 10-12 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain at a 45-degree angle, creating tender, elegant medallions ready for serving.
Notes
- Maximize Marinade Impact: Crush garlic with salt to release intense aromatic oils, creating a flavor-packed base that penetrates deep into the meat’s fibers.
- Timing is Crucial: Allow meat to rest at room temperature for 45-60 minutes before grilling, ensuring even cooking and preventing tough, uneven texture.
- Grill Temperature Matters: Maintain high heat (400-450°F) to create beautiful grill marks and seal in succulent juices, transforming an ordinary cut into a restaurant-quality dish.
- Slice with Precision: Cut meat thinly against the grain at a 45-degree angle to guarantee maximum tenderness and an elegant presentation that impresses every time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 52 g
- Cholesterol: 135 mg