Charcoal-Grilled Beef Flank Steak with Garlic and Herb Rub

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

A smoky beef flank steak rubbed with a savory garlic and herb blend, grilled to medium-rare with a flavorful crust. This american-inspired beef ready in about 22 minutes pairs beef flank steak, fresh rosemary, chopped, fresh thyme, chopped for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 American cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Combine 1 tbsp chopped rosemary, 1 tbsp chopped thyme, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1.5 tsp kosher salt, and 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper in a small bowl to make a herb rub.
  2. Step 2: Pat dry 1.5 lbs beef flank steak and rub the herb mixture evenly over both sides. Let the steak sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to absorb flavors.
  3. Step 3: Prepare a charcoal grill and ignite coals until glowing with a thin layer of ash, creating direct high heat around 450°F.
  4. Step 4: Place the steak over direct heat and grill for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare doneness, turning once carefully.
  5. Step 5: Remove steak from grill and tent loosely with foil. Rest for 10 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain to ensure tenderness.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Charcoal-Grilled Beef Flank Steak with Garlic and Herb Rub take to make?

Total time is about 22 minutes (10 min prep + 12 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Charcoal-Grilled Beef Flank Steak with Garlic and Herb Rub?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep beef flank steak from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Charcoal-Grilled Beef Flank Steak with Garlic and Herb Rub?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Charcoal-Grilled Beef Flank Steak with Garlic and Herb Rub for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Charcoal-Grilled Beef Flank Steak with Garlic and Herb Rub?

American beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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