
Bold, smoky, and bright with citrus, this flank steak is the kind of weeknight dinner that feels like it belongs at a restaurant. The marinade layers coconut aminos with fresh orange and lime juice, smoked paprika, cumin, and garlic for a deeply savory, slightly tangy flavor that soaks into the meat over a few hours in the fridge. Avocado oil keeps everything grain-free and clean, so the whole dish stays true to a whole-foods approach without sacrificing any richness. The smart move of reserving a portion of the marinade before it ever touches raw meat means you get a punchy finishing drizzle that ties every slice together. Searing in a cast iron skillet over high heat builds that gorgeous, caramelized crust that makes flank steak so satisfying to cut into. Slicing thinly against the grain is the key to keeping it tender, and a squeeze of fresh lime at the end makes the herbs and spices pop. It's a naturally nut-free, no-fuss protein that delivers serious flavor with nothing unnecessary on the ingredient list.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the coconut aminos, orange juice, lime juice, 2 tbsp avocado oil, garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, black pepper, salt, red pepper flakes (if using), and cilantro until combined.
Reserve 3 tbsp of the marinade in a small bowl and set aside — this portion has not contacted raw meat and will be used as a finishing sauce. Place the flank steak in a large zip-top bag or shallow dish and pour the remaining marinade over it. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours and up to 8 hours.
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