Name: Gas-Grilled Flank Steak
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 1 flank steak (about 2 1/2 pounds); Salt and ground black pepper

Why This Recipe Works

We discovered, when developing our best grilled flank steak recipe, that marinating can turn the meat gray and mushy. Instead, we used a spice rub to impart flavor and a great crust. We cooked the steak over high heat for a short period time and used the most primitive method to check for doneness: We cut it open and peeked inside. The final step of our grilled flank steak recipe was to let the steak rest before slicing, to allow the juices to redistribute evenly through the meat.

Before You Begin

Flank steak is best when cooked rare, or medium-rare at most. It is also very important for the meat to rest after it comes off the grill.

Instructions

Turn all burners on gas grill to high, close lid, and heat grill until hot, 10 to 15 minutes.

Generously sprinkle both sides of steak with salt and pepper; grill steak covered for 4 to 6 minutes on first side and 3 to 5 minutes on second side. Transfer meat to cutting board; cover loosely with foil, and let rest 5 to 10 minutes. Slice very thin, on bias against the grain; adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper and serve immediately.