Description
This Baked Stuffed Flank Steak recipe features tender flank steak butterflied and stuffed with a flavorful mixture of mozzarella cheese, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes. Baked to perfection and finished under the broiler for a golden crust, this savory dish is perfect for an impressive yet easy dinner for four.
Ingredients
Steak
- 1 ½ pounds flank steak, butterflied
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic salt, divided
- 1 pinch black pepper, to taste
- Cooking twine (for tying steak)
Stuffing
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup frozen spinach, thawed, rinsed, and drained well
- ½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons panko breadcrumbs
- ¼ teaspoon garlic salt
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to prepare for baking the stuffed flank steak.
- Butterfly the Steak: Slice the flank steak horizontally, stopping before cutting all the way through, and open it like a book to create a large, flat surface for stuffing.
- Pound Steak: Pound the steak evenly to about ¼ to ½ inch thickness to ensure even cooking and tenderness.
- Prepare Stuffing: In a bowl, lightly whisk the egg yolk, then add shredded mozzarella, thawed and drained spinach, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, and panko breadcrumbs. Mix everything well.
- Spread Stuffing: Evenly spread the stuffing mixture over the steak, leaving about a 1-inch border free of stuffing around the edges. Sprinkle ¼ teaspoon garlic salt and black pepper over the stuffing for extra seasoning.
- Roll Steak: Roll the steak tightly along the grain, carefully tucking in any stray pieces of stuffing to keep everything inside.
- Tie Steak: Secure the rolled steak by tying it snugly at 2-inch intervals with cooking twine to hold its shape during baking.
- Prepare for Baking: Place the stuffed and tied steak in a baking dish. Drizzle olive oil over it and rub evenly on all sides. Sprinkle the remaining ¼ teaspoon garlic salt on top for seasoning.
- Bake: Bake the steak in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, allowing the filling to cook through and the flavors to meld.
- Broil: Switch the oven to broil and cook the steak for 5 to 10 minutes, watching closely until the exterior is browned to your preference.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the steak from the oven and let it rest uncovered for 15 minutes to allow juices to redistribute. Then slice and serve.
Notes
- Ensure the spinach is well drained to avoid excess moisture in the stuffing.
- Use fresh cooking twine to securely tie the steak and prevent it from unrolling during baking.
- Resting the steak after baking is crucial for juicy slices.
- Adjust broiling time based on your oven to avoid burning.
- Serve with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.