Flat Iron Steak with Balsamic Reduction

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.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 536 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 3 pounds flat iron steak
• 2 tablespoons coarsely ground mixed peppercorns
• 1 cup balsamic vinegar
• 0.25 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1.5 teaspoons salt

Recipe Instructions

Step 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.

Step 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.

Step 3

Thinly slice steak against the grain; arrange on a serving platter. Pour reduced balsamic vinegar over top; sprinkle with chopped parsley to serve.