Sous Vide Flank Steak
Ingredients
This recipe is designed for 4 servings. Ingredient quantities are automatically adjustable, but cooking steps and times should be followed as indicated. Scaling may affect results slightly.
- cup chopped onion
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon quality balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, or to taste
- 1 (1 pound) flank steak, halved
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Directions
Step 1: Fill your water bath , attach and position the circulator, and preheat to 130F (54C) according to the device instructions.
Step 2: In a blender or small food processor, combine the onion, rosemary, garlic, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce. Pulse until the mixture is smooth and aromatic.
Step 3: Pat the flank steak halves dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and black pepper, then coat both sides evenly with the onion and herb mixture.
Step 4: Place each steak in a separate 2-quart zip-top freezer bag. Remove as much air as possible and seal tightly.
Step 5: Once the water bath has reached 130F (54C), submerge the bags in the bath. Secure them to the side or use a rack to prevent overlapping or contact with the circulator. Cook for 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Step 6: About 5 minutes before the end of cooking, position an oven rack approximately 6 inches from the broiler and preheat the broiler.
Step 7: Remove the steaks from the bags and transfer them to a broiler pan. Broil until nicely browned, roughly 3 minutes per side. Once done, cover loosely with aluminum foil for 5-10 minutes to allow the internal temperature to reach 145F (63C), achieving medium doneness.
Step 8: Slice the steak thinly across the grain and serve. Add extra Worcestershire sauce if desired.
Cook's Note: For browning, you may also use a kitchen torch or a very hot, oiled cast iron skillet instead of the oven broiler.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
- Calories: 152
- Fat: 8g (10% DV)
- Saturated Fat: 2g (12% DV)
- Cholesterol: 25mg (8% DV)
- Sodium: 71mg (3% DV)
- Carbohydrates: 5g (2% DV)
- Dietary Fiber: 1g (2% DV)
- Total Sugars: 2g
- Protein: 14g (28% DV)
- Vitamin C: 4mg (4% DV)
- Calcium: 30mg (2% DV)
- Iron: 1mg (7% DV)
- Potassium: 250mg (5% DV)
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Nutritional info may vary depending on ingredient specifics.