Flank Steak Lettuce Cups
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Tender slices of flank steak nestle within crisp, fresh lettuce leaves. These Asian inspired Flank Steak Lettuce Cups include bean sprouts for an earthy undertone, while sautéed mushrooms contribute a rich, umami depth. These lettuce cups are completed with green onions for a simple and satisfying dinner!
If you’re looking for more steak dinner recipes, check out some of my other favorites like my Garlic Herb Beef Tenderloin Steak, Beef & Veggie Stir Fry, or my Garlic Steak Crostini.
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This flank steak recipe uses Organic Prairie Flank Steak and a few simple ingredients for Asian inspired lettuce cups that are quick and easy to make. I love using flank steak inside lettuce cups like this as this cut is a great option for adding into other dishes as it's not as tender as other cuts that I prefer to eat on their own.
What is flank steak?
Flank steak is a cut of meat from the abdominal muscle of the cow. It's known for being lean, flavorful and chewy. It can become tough if it's not cooked properly, so preparing and cooking properly is key. Flank steak can be used for many different dishes, making it a versatile cut of beef.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
Simple: You will love these organic lettuce cups because they are not only easy but incredibly delicious and satisfying! I love lettuce cups as they are a lean and healthy dinner option that always fills me up.
USA Steak: I created this recipe with my friends at Organic Prairie using their Organic Flank Steak. Delaney and I have recently been eating their Organic Flank Steak and it is so good! Organic Prairie is one of the only places to buy premium organic steaks and they ship right to your door! So even living where we do, it’s incredibly easy to get ethically raised organic steak, which is really important to us.
Asian Inspired: I went with an Asian spin on these Flank Steak Lettuce Cups as Delaney and I both love Asian food and make it frequently. I’ve recently been using coconut aminos as opposed to soy sauce in literally everything as I think it tastes the same and it’s so much healthier!
Flank Steak Recipe: This is a simple and easy flank steak recipe. This leaner cut of beef is perfect for slicing up thin and enjoying in lettuce cups.
Ingredients & Health Benefits
- Mushrooms: I use organic baby Bella mushrooms, you can use any variety. Mushrooms have vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
- Avocado Oil: I use organic avocado oil, but EVOO, butter or ghee also work. These are all healthy fats to cook with.
- Coconut Aminos: I'm obsessed with organic coconut aminos. If you haven't had this before, it's a soy sauce substitute that's soy free and is rich with nutrients and antioxidants. It has a sweet flavor, similar to soy sauce, making it a great substitute.
- Garlic: I use organic minced garlic from a jar for ease, but fresh cloves also work, just mince them up. Garlic is anti inflammatory, antimicrobial, and loaded with antioxidants.
- Flank Steak: I use Organic Prairie Flank Steak, which is my favorite pasture raised option.
- Salt and Pepper: You'll need for flavor.
- Butter Lettuce: You'll need organic butter lettuce for these lettuce cups. This is rich in vitamin K, vitamin A, vitamin C, folate, iron, and potassium!
- Bean Sprouts: Organic bean sprouts have calcium, iron, antioxidants and more. They also add a nice crunch to these lettuce cups.
- Green Onions: Also known as scallions, these small onions lend well to dishes with Asian flavor. They have vitamin C, K, folate and more.
- Sweet Chili Sauce: I use Whole Foods 365 Organic Sweet Chili Sauce, which is the only organic sweet chili sauce I've ever found and it's so good! This tastes just like Mae Ploy!
Tools Needed
- Cutting Board: You'll need a cutting board.
- Knife: You'll need a sharp knife to cut the veggies.
- Cast Iron Skillet: You'll need a cast iron skillet to cook the veggies and steak.
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Step by Step Instructions
Step 1
Allow the steak to come to room temperature and pat dry.
Step 2
Slice the mushrooms thin.
In a large skillet, add the avocado oil and put over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms, coconut aminos, and garlic. Sauté until the mushrooms are golden brown. Set aside.
Step 3
Salt and pepper each side of the steak. In a large skillet over high heat, add the steak and cook for 4 to 6 minutes per side, until internal temperature is 140°F (for medium rare, or to your liking).
Step 4
Remove steak from the skillet and allow to rest for 5 minutes.
Step 5
Prepare lettuce cups by adding bean sprouts and mushrooms. Chop green onions.
Slice the steak against the grain into ¼-inch strips. Add on top of the mushrooms and top with green onions. Feel free to add a sweet chili sauce or sesame seeds on top too!
FAQ's
Yes, if you'd like to use another cut of steak you can do that. Fajita meat or stew meat would also be incredibly easy and would be delicious in this recipe too!
Yes! If it's grilling season, feel free to cook the steak on the grill. I usually prefer this, but when it's not grilling season, cooking it in the cast iron and then oven finishing is a great alternative.
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 17.5 ounce Organic Prairie Flank Steak
- Salt and pepper
- 8 ounces baby Bella mushrooms
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 tablespoon coconut aminos
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 2 cups bean sprouts
- 1 head butter lettuce
- ¼ cup sliced green onions (for topping)
Instructions
- Allow the steak to come to room temperature and pat dry.
- Slice the mushrooms thin.
- In a large skillet, add the avocado oil and put over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms, coconut aminos, and garlic. Sauté until the mushrooms are golden brown. Set aside.
- Salt and pepper each side of the steak. In a large skillet over high heat, add the steak and cook for 4 to 6 minutes per side, until internal temperature is 140°F (for medium rare, or to your liking).
- Remove steak from the skillet and allow to rest for 5 minutes.
- Prepare lettuce cups by adding bean sprouts and mushrooms. Chop green onions.
- Slice the steak against the grain into ¼-inch strips. Add on top of the mushrooms and top with green onions.
- Feel free to add a sweet chili sauce or sesame seeds on top too!
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