Flat Iron Steak with Balsamic Reduction

Ingredients

• 3 pounds flat iron steak
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons coarsely ground mixed peppercorns
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 clove garlic , minced
• 1 cup balsamic vinegar
• 0.25 cups chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

1. 1

   Brush flat iron steak with olive oil; press into ground peppercorns, then season with salt. Set aside. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add steak; cook to desired degree of doneness, about 4 minutes per side for medium-rare. Transfer steak to a plate; keep warm.

2. 2

   Add garlic to the skillet; cook over medium heat until begins to brown around edges, about 1 minute. Pour in balsamic vinegar, increase heat to medium-high, cook until vinegar has reduced by half.

3. 3

   Thinly slice steak against the grain; arrange on a serving platter. Pour reduced balsamic vinegar over top; sprinkle with chopped parsley to serve.