Ingredients

  • 1 beef flank steak (1-1/2 pounds)
  • 14 cup chili paste with garlic
  • 14 cup ketchup
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce, or
  • 1 teaspoon fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons vinegar
  • 14 cup chopped cilantro (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon sliced lemongrass (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon ground coriander (optional)

Method

  • Combine ingredients (adding optional for Thai flavor if desired) except steak in a small bowl.
  • Mix to combine in a large zip top bag.Place flank steak in bag and seal, message meat to coat with marinade .
  • Refrigerate 8 hours or overnight.
  • Bring to room temperature for 30-60 minutes.
  • When ready to cook, remove from marinade and discard marinade.
  • Preheat grill for direct cooking.
  • Rub grid with oil.
  • Grill 3-4 minutes per side over high heat for med-rare.
  • Do not touch meat for 3-4 minutes.
  • Allow to rest 15 minutes after grilling before slicing.
  • Transfer steak to platter.
  • Slice thinly on diagonal across grain.