Szechwan-Marinated Flat Iron Steak Recipe

Name: Szechwan-Marinated Flat Iron Steak
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon chili oil; 2 tablespoons peanut oil; 1 tablespoon jalapeno, sliced thinly; 1 tablespoon shallots, julienned; 1 tablespoon cilantro leaves; 1 tablespoon green onions, cut into 1-inch lengths; 1 tablespoon ginger, julienned; 1 cup Worcestershire sauce; 1 cup mirin, or sweet sake; 2 cups soy sauce; 3 pieces whole ginger, smashed; 1/2 cup ketchup; 1 cup chopped garlic; 1 3/4 cups honey; 1 cup chopped shallots; 1/2 cup lemon juice; 1/2 cup sambal (garlic chili paste); 3 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper; 4 (8-ounce) flat iron steaks; 1/4 cup blanched garlic; 2 tablespoons sambal; 1/4 cup sugar; 1/4 cup shaohsing, or Chinese rice wine; 2 cups oyster sauce; 3 cups chicken stock; 2 tablespoons peanut oil; 1/2 cup shiitake mushrooms, quartered; 1/2 cup blanched asparagus, cut into 1/2-inch lengths; 1/2 cup scallions, cut into 1/2- inch lengths; 1/2 cup bok choy

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon chili oil
2 tablespoons peanut oil
1 tablespoon jalapeno, sliced thinly
1 tablespoon shallots, julienned
1 tablespoon cilantro leaves
1 tablespoon green onions, cut into 1-inch lengths
1 tablespoon ginger, julienned
1 cup Worcestershire sauce
1 cup mirin, or sweet sake
2 cups soy sauce
3 pieces whole ginger, smashed
1/2 cup ketchup
1 cup chopped garlic
1 3/4 cups honey
1 cup chopped shallots
1/2 cup lemon juice
1/2 cup sambal (garlic chili paste)
3 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper
4 (8-ounce) flat iron steaks
1/4 cup blanched garlic
2 tablespoons sambal
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup shaohsing, or Chinese rice wine
2 cups oyster sauce
3 cups chicken stock
2 tablespoons peanut oil
1/2 cup shiitake mushrooms, quartered
1/2 cup blanched asparagus, cut into 1/2-inch lengths
1/2 cup scallions, cut into 1/2- inch lengths
1/2 cup bok choy
1/2 cup red onion, sliced
Chopped cilantro leaves, for garnish
Chopped scallions, for garnish

1
In a small saute pan, heat the chili and peanut oils.
2
Add the jalapeno, shallots, cilantro, green onions, and ginger and cook until slightly tender.
3
Remove from the heat and set aside.
4
Combine the marinade ingredients in a medium bowl and whisk together until thoroughly combined.
5
Place the steaks in the marinade and refrigerate for 12 hours.
6
Heat the grill to high heat.
7
Remove steaks from the marinade and season with a little salt and pepper.
8
Grill to desired temperature, about 2 to 3 minutes per side.
9
Remove the steaks from the grill and allow to rest.
10
Slice the steaks on a thin bias and set aside.
11
In a medium bowl, whisk together all the ingredients.
12
Set aside.
13
Heat the peanut oil in a wok or hot saute pan over high heat.
14
Add the mushrooms, asparagus, scallions, bok choy, and red onions, and cook until tender.
15
Deglaze the vegetables with the Szechwan Deglaze until almost all the liquid is absorbed.
16
To Serve:
17
Place some of the Chili Oil Vegetables on individual serving plates.
18
Arrange the steak slices on top of the vegetables.
19
Place the Sauteed Vegetables over the top.
20
Garnish with cilantro and scallions.
21
Serve immediately.

1450

kcal

Calories

Fat

182

Carbs

105

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 33 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon chili oil, 2 tablespoons peanut oil, 1 tablespoon jalapeno, sliced thinly, 1 tablespoon shallots, julienned, and more.

Yes, Szechwan-Marinated Flat Iron Steak falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Szechwan-Marinated Flat Iron Steak

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