Flank Steak Teriyaki
Serves 6.
We've received some exciting news recently -- we will be moving this summer! The Mr. (soon to be The Dr.) will be starting his medical residency in Emergency Medicine. Although I'll be sad to leave the family and friends we have here, I'm so proud that he acquired a spot at the hospital he wanted, and we are both looking forward to the adventures that lie ahead.
In celebration of his accomplishments, I wanted to make a special meal. You know, something that made him happy and was deserving of being served on the "You Are Special Today" red plate. Enter: Flank Steak Teriyaki. I almost hesitate to make this recipe public, because it has made my mother famous. She has been making it for birthday dinners, special occasions, holidays, and by request for as long as I can remember. She won over The Mr. very quickly by making this one of the first times I brought him home to meet the family.
2-lb. flank steak
1/2 c. soy sauce
2 T. honey
2 T. vegetable oil1 T. wine vinegar
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 t. ground ginger
Prepare flank steak by cutting criss-cross lines in the surface of the meat.
Combine remaining ingredients in a bowl, mixing well. Place steak in a shallow bowl or gallon-size plastic bag, and cover with marinade.
Transfer to refrigerator and let marinate for several hours or overnight, turning over once to guarantee even distribution.
Grill, covered, over medium-high heat for approximately 6-10 minutes per side, or until meat has reached desired doneness. If you are using a thermometer, 140 degrees = rare; 160 = medium; 170 = well done. Slice on a diagonal.
Congratulations to your husband! My husband actually just started medical school this year and he's thinking about ER too. How has it been for you guys? Was the third and fourth year pretty rough?
ReplyDeleteActually, years 3 and 4 haven't been too bad. We were long distance during 1 and 2, so being together may make me a little biased. :) Rotating through each specialty, it really depended on what he was in and who he was with. Some doctors worked long hours in busy jobs with weekend shifts, and others had him working far fewer hours than I do in a normal week. So, although some months were rough, overall it hasn't been too bad. I think what we're about to start - residency - is where it gets really busy. :\ But I'm excited about him going into ER. The shifts can be all over the place, but at least they are scheduled in advance and when the shift ends, he's done. No on-call or appts that can run late.
ReplyDeleteBest of luck to your husband!