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Tender flat iron steak

(Adapted from Bon Appetit)

Serving 5 as main dish

1.5 lb flat iron steak
4 garlic cloves (peeled, thinly sliced)
4 tbs olive oil
2 tbs balsamic vinegar
2 tbs soy sauce
1 tbs Worcestershire sauce (or replace with 2 tsp soy sauce + 1 tsp white wine vinegar + 2 tsp ketchup)
3/4 tsp baking soda
Ground pepper
2 tbs butter
Sea salt to taste
Freshly ground pepper

To marinate:

1. In a small bowl, make the marinade with garlic slices + olive oil + balsamic vinegar + soy sauce + Worcestershire sauce + baking soda + ground pepper.
2. Use a sharp fork to prick the flat iron steak.
3. Marinate the steak with the sauce in step (1).
4. Let it rest at room temperature for at least 1 hour or cover and refrigerate over night.

To cook:

1. Heat 1 tbs oil on a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Remove the steak from the marinade and cook until deeply browned (about 5 minutes).
3. Turn over and cook for another 3 minutes.
4. Transfer to a cutting board and let it rest for 10 minutes.
5. Pour the marinade into the same skillet + 1/3 cup water.
6. Bring to a boil for 2 minutes.
7. Add 2 tbs butter and whisk vigorously. Reserve the sauce.

To serve:

1. Thinly slice the steak and arrange on a plate.
2. Spoon sauce on top.
3. Sprinkle with sea salt and freshly ground pepper.
4. Serve with fried potatoes (or mashed potatoes) and simple salad.