The Best Beef Loin Flap Meat Steak Recipe In 6 Simple And Beginner Friendly Steps

Have you ever wondered what is the best beef loin flap meat steak recipe? It can be hard to cook this meat if it is your first time, but don’t worry or fear! Beef loin flap meat is not naturally tender because it comes from a hard spot on a cow. That being said, you can marinade and tenderize the meat in just a few simple steps.

This recipe is perfect for beginners that are still getting used to cooking meat. However, we do recommend buying the meat shredded or already cut to your desired size. If not, it can be hard for a beginner to cut or shred the meat as needed.

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What Is A Beef Loin Flap?

So, what exactly is a beef loin flap? This is a specific cut or style of beef that comes from a cow’s bottom. However, it is not where the round meat is. Instead, the ‘flap’ refers to the ‘dangling’ meat from a cow. This meat has a lot of flavor, but it is not tender!

How To Cut A Beef Loin Flap

Cutting a beef loin flap can be hard because of how tough the meat is. Personally, I like to only cut or tear apart this style of meat after it has been tenderized and cooked. If I try to do this before, it causes problems and takes a long time. Instead, when the meat tenderizes, it falls apart, perfect for when you need to shred the meat.

How To Tenderize Steak Meat

Don’t worry though! As scary as it is to try and tenderize steak meat on your own, you can do it! There are a lot of tricks, but it depends ultimately on your own tastes and preferences. For example, you can use different acidic marinades to tenderize your steak meat, but not everyone like tasting ingredients like vinegar, beer, or lemon.

If you do not want to marinade your meat to tenderize it enough to cook so that it is not tough, then I recommend using a hard object or a meat tenderizer kitchen tool to smash and tenderize the meat. This does though change the texture of the meat significantly and you will need to do so before cooking the meat.

What You Will Need To Make This Beef Loin Flap Meat Steak Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef loin flap steak meat
• 1/2 cup of white distilled vinegar

If you do not like the taste of vinegar, then you can always substitute this ingredient for lemon or lime juice. Make sure to use something acidic in your marinade and enough that it coats the meat entirely.

• 2 tbsp of olive oil
• 1 tsp of sea salt
• 1 tbsp of cumin
• 2 tsp of black peppers
• 1 tsp of red chili peppers
• 2 tbsp of paprika
• 1 tbsp of onion powder
• 1 tbsp of garlic powder

Please keep in mind that these seasonings are always subject to change! If you have certain flavors you prefer, don’t be afraid to substitute them out. The most important thing in this beef loin flap meat steak recipe is to have some kind of acidic liquid.

Equipment

• Cutting Board
• Large Gallon Sized Zip Lock Bag
• Grill or Stovetop
• Large Pan
• Aluminum Foil

Step by Step Instructions For Our Beef Loin Flap Meat Steak Recipe

Step 1: Marinade and Tenderize the Meat

In the first step for this beef loin flap meat steak recipe, you will need to create the marinade. Place all of the ingredients in a large ziplock bag, not including the meat. After the seasonings, olive oil, and vinegar are in the large bag, add the meat! I like to marinade the meat for a minimum of 24 hours before cooking the meat.

Step 2: Slice the Meat

Although it is not necessary, the second step in this beef loin flap meat steak recipe is to slice the meat, but not completely. Make slices and cuts throughout the meat so that the marinade gets into all of the meat!

Step 3: Cook the Meat of the Grill

It is best to use a grill for this recipe. However, if you do not have a grill, you can braise the steak on the stovetop. Keep the heat at a medium-high. Lower the temperature as the outside of the meat darkens and gets crispy. To make sure that the meat is fully cooked, make sure that the internal temperature is at 165 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 4: Prepare any Side Dishes

As delicious as this meat is, side dishes are needed! Pair this delicious and tender meat with white rice or some other starchy vegetable like potatoes.

Step 5: Shred the Meat (optional)

Shredding the meat should take you no time once the meat is cooked and tender! To shred the meat, move around the meat with pinchers.

Tips and Tricks for this Beef Loin Flap Meat Steak Recipe

Surprisingly this delicious Beef Loin Flap Meat Steak Recipe is easy to make! One quick tip and trick to making this delicious recipe easier is to prepare the meat before! Also, if you do not own a grill, you can use a pan! Find a large skillet and braise the meat lightly. I like adding soy sauce as it gives flavor and color to the meat.

Servings and Preparation Time

What do you think of this delicious beef loin flap meat steak recipe? It is great for beginners as it goes step by step slowly and yet in details! These steps are simple, but you can always change the recipe to fit your preferences and tastes! The best thing about cooking this dish, though, is that it pairs well with a lot of other foods and side dishes.

Do you know anyone else interested in learning how to cook this beef loin flap meat steak recipe? If yes, don’t be afraid to send them our way! We are always looking for new comments as well as thoughts. If you have anything to mention, feel free to drop it down below in the comments section.

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Beef Loin Flap Meat Steak Recipe

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Prep Time 1 d 15 mins

Cook Time 25 mins

Total Time 1 d 40 mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings 8

Equipment

• Cutting Board
• Large Gallon Sized Zip Lock Bag
• Grill or Stovetop
• Large Pan
• Aluminum Foil

Ingredients

  

• 2 pounds beef loin flap steak meat
• 1/2 cup of white distilled vinegar If you do not like the taste of vinegar then you can always substitute this ingredient for lemon or lime juice. Make sure to use something acidic in your marinade and enough that it coats the meat entirely.
• 2 tbsp of olive oil
• 1 tsp of sea salt
• 1 tbsp of cumin
• 2 tsp of black peppers
• 1 tsp of red chili peppers
• 2 tbsp of paprika
• 1 tbsp of onion powder
• 1 tbsp of garlic powder
• Please keep in mind that these seasonings are always subject to change! If you have certain flavors you prefer don't be afraid to substitute them out. The most important thing in this beef loin flap meat steak recipe is to have some kind of acidic liquid.

Instructions

 

• In the first step for this beef loin flap meat steak recipe, you will need to create the marinade. Place all of the ingredients in a large ziplock bag, not including the meat. After the seasonings, olive oil, and vinegar are in the large bag, add the meat! I like to marinade the meat for a minimum of 24 hours before cooking the meat.
• Although it is not necessary, the second step in this beef loin flap meat steak recipe is to slice the meat, but not completely. Make slices and cuts throughout the meat so that the marinade gets into all of the meat!
• It is best to use a grill for this recipe. However, if you do not have a grill, you can braise the steak on the stovetop. Keep the heat at a medium-high. Lower the temperature as the outside of the meat darkens and gets crispy. To make sure that the meat is fully cooked, make sure that the internal temperature is at 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
• As delicious as this meat is, side dishes are needed! Pair this delicious and tender meat with white rice or some other starchy vegetable like potatoes.
• Shredding the meat should take you no time once the meat is cooked and tender! To shred the meat, move around the meat with pinchers.

Notes

• Surprisingly this delicious Beef Loin Flap Meat Steak Recipe is easy to make! One quick tip and trick to making this delicious recipe easier is to prepare the meat before! Also, if you do not own a grill, you can use a pan! Find a large skillet and braise the meat lightly. I like adding soy sauce as it gives flavor and color to the meat.

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