
Bright citrus, smoky paprika, and a hit of garlic come together in a marinade that transforms flank steak into something genuinely crave-worthy. Coconut aminos stand in for soy sauce here, delivering that savory depth without any of the sweeteners or additives that sneak into conventional bottled sauces and marinades. Fresh orange and lime juice do the heavy lifting on flavor, so there's no need for any processed ingredient that might hide unwanted sweeteners. The longer you let the steak soak — up to eight hours — the more those bold, herby notes work their way into every fiber of the meat. Searing in a screaming-hot cast iron pan builds a deep, caramelized crust that makes the whole thing look and taste like it came out of a serious kitchen. Resting the meat and slicing thinly against the grain keeps every bite tender, and that reserved marinade drizzled over the top acts as a punchy finishing sauce. It's the kind of weeknight dinner that feels like a special occasion without requiring anything complicated.
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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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