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A cut of beef that consists of the entire muscle located on the belly or underside of the cow, just below the loin and rib cage. It is this piece of meat that is sliced into individual cuts referred to as Flank steaks and London broils. Although the Flank is technically not a steak, it is a common reference used to describe this cut of meat.

Long and thin in dimension, this cut typically weighs up to 2 pounds and contains only a small amount of fat. The grain of the Flank runs lengthwise, which causes the steak to shrink in size as it cooks resulting in a piece of meat that is considerably smaller after being cooked. Since it may be tough in texture, it is wise to marinate prior to cooking and cook until medium-rare. When ready to serve, slice the meat across (against) the grain in thin slices approximately 1/2 inch or less wide, preserving as much juice as possible to keep it tender and moist. Slicing straight downward often enables this process.

Flank Steak

USDA Nutrition Facts

Beef, flank, separable lean only, trimmed to 0" fat, select, raw (USDA#23657)

Serving Size 1 steak
Calories 137
Protein 21g
Total Fat 5g
Total Carbohydrates 0g
Dietary Fiber 0g
Sugars 0g
Potassium 341mg
Sodium 53mg
Cholesterol 34mg

Beef, flank, separable lean only, trimmed to 0" fat, all grades, raw (USDA#23656)

Serving Size 1 steak
Calories 141
Protein 21g
Total Fat 5g
Total Carbohydrates 0g
Dietary Fiber 0g
Sugars 0g
Potassium 340mg
Sodium 55mg
Cholesterol 33mg

Beef, flank, separable lean only, trimmed to 0" fat, select, cooked, broiled (USDA#23655)

Serving Size 1 steak (yield from 467 g raw meat)
Calories 178
Protein 27g
Total Fat 6g
Total Carbohydrates 0g
Dietary Fiber 0g
Sugars 0g
Potassium 365mg
Sodium 59mg
Cholesterol 43mg

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Grilling Flank Steak

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