This may seem obvious, but many people don’t know that you can use a dry rub on any meat. Feel free to season chicken, lamb, fish, pork, beef and even goat meat with a quality dry rub. If this is your first try using a dry rub, we recommend grilling a meat that you’re used to cooking.

The quick answer: In addition to adding flavor, a marinade also tenderizes meat, while a dry rub does not. The acidity helps tenderize tougher cuts of meat while also intensifying the flavor.

No marinating required! FEATURED IN: Flank steak is a lean, flavorful cut of meat that is probably best prepared marinated and cooked over a grill. But sometimes you just don’t have time to marinate the meat or deal with the grill.

A rub left on for a longer period will become more mushy and more like a paste or a glaze/sauce, while a rub put on fresh before cooking won’t have time to become as moist. You will get slightly more flavor penetration with a longer rest, but there are diminishing returns there too after the first hour or two.

If you are salting your meat separately from the rub, you can apply the dry rub just before it goes on the grill. If you are using the 50-50 method and putting the salt in your rub, you should apply the rub the night before or at least a couple of hours before cooking.

Flank steak is generally one of the least expensive cuts to purchase. Again, this is probably because it’s so thin that people tend to overlook it as a quality steak. Compared to skirt steak, flanks are usually a bit more expensive because they’re usually the go-to cut for restaurants to use for fajitas.

ACID: Balsamic vinegar, Worcestershire sauce and lemon juice help tenderize the flank steak by breaking down lean muscle fibers. The trio also boast layers of rich and tangy flavor. SALT: Soy sauce acts as a brine, which increases the moisture capacity of the meat, helping it become juicer and more flavorful.

Most people who cook using flanks prefer to marinate them first, regardless of the cooking method. The salt and acidity of a marinade can help tenderize the meat in addition to providing extra flavor. It’s not a necessity, but we do recommend it.

Flank steak is ideal for fajitas, stir-fries, and other applications that call for beef strips. Rest cooked steak for at least five minutes before serving, and slice thinly against the grain, preferably at a 45-degree angle, for the best texture.

Directions Prepare grill for covered direct grilling on medium. Season flank steak with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Cook 8 to 10 minutes for medium-rare or until desired doneness, turning once. Transfer steak to cutting board; let rest 10 minutes.

Mix kosher salt, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, oregano, black pepper, brown sugar, and cumin together in a sealable container. Seal container and shake to mix. This simple spice rub for pork ribs also works great for chicken and steaks. Get a full year for $5! Cook 5-star weekday dinners every time.

Rub steak with very light coat of olive oil. Mix all dry rub ingredients and cover the steak on all sides. Put three to four drops of Worcestershire sauce per side and push the spices into the meat. Let stand at room temperature for half an hour before grilling.