Marinated Smoked Flank Steak
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A tender, juicy flavorful Flank Steak prepared on your Traeger Smoker! This Marinated Smoked Flank Steak is so delicious and it’s prepared in a simple marinade. We love throwing this on our pellet grill for a quick and easy dinner idea! Pair it with our favorite Smoked Vegetables and Smoked Baked Potatoes for a delicious meal prepared on your smoker!
The BEST Smoked Flank Steak!
When people think of steak, they tend to go for the other familiar choices and cuts like ribeye or sirloin…but they are seriously missing out. Not only is a Smoked Flank Steak simple and delicious to grill up but it also soaks up that charcoal and grill flavor perfectly.
The next time that you’re craving a quick steak over the fire or in the smoker, this is the one that needs to be on your radar. Your taste buds and tummy will agree.
If you’re looking for some other super delicious grilled recipes, check out these Grilled Sweet Potatoes and Grilled Asparagus as well. They would be perfect side dish companions to this smoked Flank Steak!
Ingredients to Make Smoked Flank Steak
The great part about making this delicious grilled Flank steak is that you probably already have the ingredients that you need!
- teriyaki sauce
- light brown sugar
- garlic powder
- salt
- soy sauce
- apple cider vinegar
- ground black pepper
- flank steak
How to Make Smoked Flank Steak
- In a small bowl, whisk together everything except the flank steak.
- Place flank steak in a resealable gallon ziplock bag. Pour marinade over the top of the steak. Squeeze as much air out of bag and seal. Place in the refrigerator 8 hours to marinate.
- When ready to prepare steak heat your electric smoker to 225 degrees F and prepare according to manufacturer’s directions. Place flank steak on smoker and smoke for 1 hour and 30 minutes or until the internal temperature is 135 degrees F or your preference of doneness.
Flank Steak FAQs
Here are some quick ticks and trips to getting the perfect smoked flank steak every time.
If you have any additional questions please leave us a comment and we will do our best to answer them!
Is there another word for Flank Steak?
One word comes to mind…delicious. But if you’re talking about in terms of another word that the meat butcher may call it instead of Flank Steak, keep your eyes peeled for London Broil as well. This is still going to be the same cut that you’re familiar with when you order a Flank Steak as well.
Can you smoke a steak in a smoker?
Absolutely. And in all honesty, it’s an absolute must. There’s nothing quite like that smoky flavor that you’ll get with each and every bite. For those master grillers out there, it’s also all about the smoke ring on the steak. A good rule to keep in mind is that every 1-2 pounds of meat should be able to smoke in the smoker for an hour, easily. (but this can vary depending on how hot your smoker can actually get)
Do you know how you’ve smoked a steak perfectly in the smoker? After you pull it out of the smoker and let it rest, you’ll see a beautiful smoke ring on the interior of the steak which is visible when you cut into it.
That smoke ring is comparable to grill masters as what football players feel when they win the Superbowl. (okay, maybe an exaggeration…but you get the idea)
Should you marinade Flank Steak?
Always planning on marinating your flank steak, if possible. If done properly, a good marinade doesn’t overtake the smoky flavor but rather adds a nice compliment to it instead.
There are all different types of marinades that can be done, so make certain that you’re choosing on that your taste buds love and enjoy.
How to tell if a steak is done
The easiest way to tell if a steak is done is to check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer. If you like your steak rare, you’ll want to remove it from the grill in between 130-135 degrees. For medium rare, the internal temp should be at least 140 degrees, while a medium cooked steak will show an internal temperature of at 155 degrees or more. And for those of you who like very well done, the meat thermometer should show an internal reading of 165 degrees.
If you don’t happen to have a meat thermometer, you’re going to have to judge by touch. When you press down on the center of the steak and it feels squishy and soft like your cheek, that piece of meat is more than likely at a heat point of medium-rare. The harder it gets to push down in the center of the steak, the more done that piece of meat is going to be.
More Steak Recipes
- Honey Bourbon Steak
- Chile Lime Steak Tacos
- Smoked Philly Cheese Steak Sandwich
- Mustard Steak Marinade
Pair your Smoked Steaks with these side dish recipes!
- Seasoned Potatoes on Smoker
- Smoked Strawberry Crisp
- Smoked Cheesy Potato Casserole
- Za’atar Roasted Carrots
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Smoked Flank Steak Recipe
Ingredients
- 1/4 c. teriyaki sauce
- 1 Tbsp light brown sugar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp garlic salt
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 1/2 lb flank steak
Instructions
- In a small bowl whisk together everything except the flank steak.
- Place flank steak in a resealable gallon ziplock bag. Pour marinade over the top of the steak. Squeeze as much air out of bag and seal. Place in the refrigerator 8 hours to marinate.
- When ready to prepare steak heat your electric smoker to 225 degrees F and prepare according to manufacturer's directions. Place flank steak on smoker and smoke for 1 hour and 30 minutes or until the internal temperature is 135 degree F or your preference of doneness.
Ryan Sciarratta says
Very very good and simple . This is a great thing to try for beginners when it comes to smoking meat . I love it and it taste amazing !
Courtney says
Thank you for rating and trying this recipe! Your kind words are appreciated!
Katie says
The recipe says “1 Garlic salt”… one grain? One tsp? One clove?
Julie Evink says
tsp sorry!
Kathleen says
I don’t think you mentioned what type of smoke flavour to use that would pair well with the marinade. Please advise. Thanks. I’m trying this on the weekend.
Megan Mitzel says
We used a competition blend for this one but you could also go with mesquite or hickory.
Danielle Green says
It is only 10 am, but this has my mouth watering. Simply amazing!