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Best Way to Tenderize a Steak

After testing ten different techniques for tenderizing steak, we found that the most effective method.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Dinner, lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: 30 minute meal, steak recipe, steak seasoning
Servings: 1 Servings
Calories: 311kcal

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Kitchen Essentials

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Ingredients

  • 8 Ounce Flank Steak can be any cut of meat
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Unseasoned Tenderizer

Instructions

  • Simply moisten the surface of your choice of meat, shake on tenderizer (about 1 teaspoon per 1 pound of meat), and immediately bake, broil or grill to perfection. 
    8 Ounce Flank Steak, 1/2 Teaspoon Unseasoned Tenderizer
  • Preheat oven to 300°F. then place pan in preheated oven.
  • Heat a small amount of oil in a large oven-proof pan over high heat on your stovetop.
  • Sear meat for 2-3 minutes on each side.
  • Place pan in preheated oven for 7 minutes or until desired doneness.
    Using a digital thermometer, check the internal temperature.
    Rare = 120° – 130° F
    Medium Rare = 130° – 140° F
    Medium = 140° – 150° F
    Well Done = 160° – 170° F

Nutrition

Calories: 311kcal | Protein: 49g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 136mg | Sodium: 120mg | Potassium: 773mg | Calcium: 48mg | Iron: 3mg