London Broil is a perfectly tender piece of meat after being marinated in a liquid mixture with spices and seasoning then broiled in the oven. A decadent dinner made easy!
Steak is always a favorite of mine with so much flavor and easy to make for those special occasions. If you are looking to impress your family try this Best Ever Beef Wellington Recipe, Garlic Butter Herb Prime Rib Recipe or Garlic Herb Butter Beef Tenderloin.
Easy, Tender London Broil
Achieve a perfectly juicy, tender, marinated London broil thanks to one secret ingredient you likely already have in your pantry.
Yield: 2–4 servings
Ingredients:
- 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 Tbsp. good-quality balsamic vinegar
- 2 Tbsp. soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
- Freshly ground black pepper
- ¾ tsp. baking soda
- 1 1½–2 lb. London broil
- 1 Tbsp. vegetable oil
- Kosher salt
- 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter
- Flaky sea salt
Instruction:
- Whisk together 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced, ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil, 2 Tbsp. good-quality balsamic vinegar, 2 Tbsp. soy sauce, and 1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce in a medium bowl or baking dish; season with freshly ground black pepper. Whisk in ¾ tsp. baking soda (don’t worry if marinade fizzes; that’s the baking soda working).
- Prick one 1½–2 lb. London broil all over with a fork and add to marinade; turn to coat. Let sit at room temperature at least 1 hour or cover and chill up to 12 hours.
- Heat 1 Tbsp. vegetable oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium. Remove steak from marinade, letting excess drip back into bowl, and pat dry with paper towels; reserve marinade. Season steak generously with kosher salt and cook, turning once, until deeply browned and an instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part registers 125° for medium-rare, 8–12 minutes. Using tongs, stand steak on its sides and cook until lightly browned, about 30 seconds per side. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, transfer reserved marinade to a small saucepan, add ⅓ cup water, and bring to a boil (mixture will foam up). Cook over medium-high heat, stirring constantly to avoid overflow, until foaming subsides, about 3 minutes. Add 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter and whisk vigorously to emulsify sauce. Keep warm until ready to serve.
- Thinly slice steak against the grain and arrange on a platter. Spoon sauce over; sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
Perfectly Tender London Broil
London Broil is a perfectly tender piece of meat after being marinated in a liquid mixture with spices and seasoning then broiled in the oven. A decadent dinner made easy!
Prep: 10min
Total: 20min
Yield: 6
Serving Size: 1 serving
Nutrition Facts: calories 480 kcal, Carbohydrate 6 g, Protein 54 g, Fat 26 g, Saturated Fat 5 g, Cholesterol 138 mg, Sodium 1173 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, servingSize 1 serving
Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 1/3 cup lemon juice
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 1 Tablespoon minced garlic
- 2 Tablespoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- pinch of red pepper
- 2 pounds London Broil Round Steak
Instruction:
- Prepare the steak marinade by adding soy sauce, lemon juice, olive oil, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, Italian seasoning, and salt and pepper to a large gallon bag. Add the steak and let marinade for 2 hours or overnight.
- Preheat the broiler to high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade and put in a baking dish. Broil for 5-6 minutes and then flip to the other side and broil for 3-4 minutes until it reaches an internal temperature of 135 for medium rare.
- Let the steak rest for 10 minutes and slice.
London Broil
This less expensive cut of beef is marinated overnight and then seared in a skillet on the stovetop producing a flavorful, tender steak. Be sure to read my helpful recipe tips for a delicious outcome.
Prep: 10min
Total: -467169h42min45sec
Yield: 6
Nutrition Facts: servingSize None, calories 285 calories, Sugar 5.9 g, Sodium 383.7 mg, Fat 12.2 g, Saturated Fat 3.8 g, Trans Fat 0 g, Carbohydrate 8.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 32.9 g, Cholesterol 90.7 mg
Ingredients:
- 2 lbs London Broil, sirloin or flank steak
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt.
- 2 teaspoons canola oil
Instruction:
- Pound the steak on both sides with the ridged side of a meat mallet.
- In a large zipper plastic bag, mix garlic, balsamic vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, olive oil, brown sugar, thyme, oregano, fresh ground black pepper, and kosher salt. Add the steak; seal and refrigerate for 12-24 hours, turning several times.
- Remove the steak from the bag, discarding the marinade. Thoroughly dry with paper towels. Heat the canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steak and place a heavy skillet bottom down on it to weigh it down and sear it. Cook for about 6-7 minutes. Flip and sear the other side for about 5 minutes, placing the skillet on it.
- Remove to a cutting board. Cover with a loose aluminum tent; let rest for 10 minutes. Using a sharp knife, slice thinly against the grain. Serve promptly.
Classic Marinated London Broil Recipe
FAQ
How do you cook London broil so it’s not tough?
Should London broil be cooked fast or slow?
Which cooking method is preferred for London broil?
What is London broil steak good for?