Smoked Beef Flat Iron Steak with Herbed Ghee
This easy smoker recipe yields juicy and tender beef full of smoky flavor in a few hours! Flat Iron Steak is marinated, smoked, finished in a skillet, and then topped with a homemade herbed ghee.
SERVINGS: 6
PREP TIME: 1 hour (30 minutes active)
COOK TIME: 30 minutes
TOTAL TIME: 1 hour, 30 minutes
INGREDIENTS
- 1 beef Flat Iron Steak (about 1.5 lbs.)
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Marinade:
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 1 Tablespoon dried sage
- Herbed Ghee:
- 4 Tablespoons softened ghee (or clarified butter)
- 1 Tablespoon fresh parsley, minced
- 1 Tablespoon fresh oregano, minced
INSTRUCTIONS
- Make the Marinade: Combine the marinade ingredients in a small bowl. Place the beef Flat Iron Steak and prepared marinade in a food-safe plastic bag. Turn the steak to coat it in the marinade, and secure the bag. Refrigerate the marinated steak for 30 minutes.
- Make the Herbed Ghee: Meanwhile, combine ghee, parsley, and oregano in a small bowl. Using parchment paper to hold the butter mixture, roll it back and forth to form a 2-inch-diameter log. Wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes or until firm.
- Add wood chunks, chips, or pellets to the smoker according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Preheat the smoker to 225°F.
- Remove the steak from the marinade and discard the remaining liquid. Add the steak to the smoker according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Set a timer for 10 to 15 minutes, depending on the desired smoke flavor.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat until hot. When the steak is done smoking, carefully remove it from the smoker and transfer it to the preheated skillet.
- Cook the steak in the skillet for 8 to 11 minutes for medium rare (145°F) to medium (160°F) doneness, turning occasionally. Remove steaks and keep warm until ready to serve.
- Season the steaks with salt and pepper, as desired, and serve with the herbed ghee.
TIP: To mold butter into shapes, pack prepared butter into molds before refrigeration. The herbed ghee may be prepared ahead, and then wrapped, covered, and refrigerated for up to two weeks.
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