Slow Cooker Flank Steak with Spicy Soy Sauce and Garlic Recipe
This Slow Cooker Flank Steak recipe delivers tender, flavorful beef infused with a rich and spicy sauce made from soy sauce, tomato paste, and aromatic spices. Perfect for an effortless, hands-off meal that melts in your mouth, it pairs beautifully with creamy mashed potatoes or your favorite side dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours (low) or 3.5 hours (high)
- Total Time: 7 hours 15 minutes (low) or 3 hours 45 minutes (high)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds flank steak
- 1 onion (thinly sliced)
- 4 cloves garlic
Sauce Ingredients
- ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste for desired level of spiciness)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Garnish
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season the Steak: Pat the flank steak dry and season both sides generously with salt and black pepper to enhance the meat’s natural flavor.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, beef broth, tomato paste, honey, Worcestershire sauce, ground coriander, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes until smooth and well combined.
- Layer the Slow Cooker: Place the thinly sliced onions and whole garlic cloves in the bottom of the slow cooker, creating a flavorful base for the steak.
- Add the Steak: Lay the seasoned flank steak over the onions and garlic, ensuring even placement for consistent cooking.
- Pour Sauce Over: Pour the prepared sauce over the steak, making sure it is evenly coated to infuse the meat with flavor during cooking.
- Slow Cook the Steak: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 7-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the flank steak becomes tender and easily pulls apart.
- Rest the Meat: Carefully remove the steak from the slow cooker and place it on a cutting board. Allow it to rest for a few minutes to redistribute juices.
- Slice Against the Grain: Slice the steak thinly against the grain to ensure tenderness in every bite.
- Serve: Serve the thinly sliced steak over a bed of creamy mashed potatoes or your preferred side, spooning the flavorful sauce from the slow cooker over the top.
- Garnish and Enjoy: Add a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a fresh pop of color and flavor before serving. Enjoy your comforting, savory meal!
Notes
- Adjust the red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level.
- For even more tender meat, cook on low for the full 8 hours.
- Letting the steak rest after cooking helps retain its juices.
- Slicing against the grain is key for tenderness.
- Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
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