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smoked flank steak
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5 from 2 votes

Smoked Flank Steak

Beef flank steak smoked low and slow over oakwood. Prepared in a soy sauce and garlic marinade, this simple barbecue recipe is rich in flavor and easy to make
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time1 hour 30 minutes
Marinate8 hours
Total Time9 hours 40 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4

Equipment

  • oakwood smoking chips

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs flank steak

Marinade

  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • Juice of one lemon
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp freshly ground pepper

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the marinade ingredients
  • Place flank steak in a large airtight container or gallon-size ziplock bag. Pour the marinade ingredients over the steak, coating it as evenly and fully as possible.
  • Close container or bag and place in refrigerator. Leave to marinate overnight, or for at least 8 hours.
  • Fire up your smoker to 225°F (107°C). If you are using a charcoal grill, ensure you set up for 2-zone indirect cooking.
  • Remove flank steak from marinade and use paper towels to pat dry any excess sauce
  • Place flank steaks on smoker grates. Close smoker lid and smoke for 90 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 135°F (57°C).
  • Remove flank steak from smoker and place on chopping board. Tent in foil and leave to rest for 5-10 minutes.
  • To serve, thinly slice the flank steak against the grain at a 45-degree angle.
  • Serve with your choice of chimichurri, sour cream, grilled asparagus, or mashed potato.