Flat Iron Steak with Balsamic Reduction
Description
For this flat iron steak with balsamic reduction recipe, pepper-crusted flat iron steaks are pan seared then drizzled with a sweet and savory syrup.
Ingredients
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3 pounds flat iron steak
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3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
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2 tablespoons coarsely ground mixed peppercorns
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1 1/2 teaspoons salt
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1 tablespoon butter
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1 cup balsamic vinegar
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1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Directions
1
Brush flat iron steak with olive oil; press into ground peppercorns, then season with salt. Set aside. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add steak; cook to desired degree of doneness, about 4 minutes per side for medium-rare. Transfer steak to a plate; keep warm.
2
Add garlic to the skillet; cook over medium heat until begins to brown around edges, about 1 minute. Pour in balsamic vinegar, increase heat to medium-high, cook until vinegar has reduced by half.
3
Thinly slice steak against the grain; arrange on a serving platter. Pour reduced balsamic vinegar over top; sprinkle with chopped parsley to serve.