Description
A collection of ten easy and flavorful thin steak recipes perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb thin-cut steak (e.g., sirloin, flank, or skirt steak)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Optional: garlic powder, onion powder, paprika
Instructions
- Pat the steak dry with paper towels.
- Season both sides of the steak generously with salt, pepper, and any optional seasonings.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sear the steak for 1-3 minutes per side, depending on thickness and desired doneness.
- Remove steak from skillet and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing against the grain.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a quick marinade, combine 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, and 1 clove minced garlic. Marinate steak for at least 30 minutes.
- Thin steaks cook very quickly, so watch them closely to avoid overcooking.
- Consider serving with a side salad, roasted vegetables, or mashed potatoes.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 5 min
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: thin steak, steak dinner, quick dinner, easy recipe, beef recipes, weeknight meal, pan-seared steak