London Broil (Easy & Tender!) - Wholesome Yum (2024)

Easy steak recipes are my favorite for weeknight meals as well as special occasions, because they are SO easy, yet flavorful and feel special enough for a holiday, too. So today, let me show you how to cook London broil in the oven! This London broil recipe has a super simple marinade, resulting in perfectly tender steak that cooks quickly — in less than 15 minutes.

I’ve got plenty more steak recipes because, well, who doesn’t love steak?! If you want to learn other easy ways to make steak, try filet mignon or tomahawk steak for special occasions, New York strip or sirloin steak for any other day.

Why You’ll Love This London Broil Recipe

• Flavorful, easy marinade
• Perfectly tender steak
• Easy to prep ahead
• Cooks in less than 15 minutes
• Easy healthy dinner idea

What Is London Broil?

London broil is a method and style of marinating, cooking, and slicing beef. A cut of beef is marinated for a few hours, broiled over high heat, and then thinly sliced across the grain and served.

Ingredients & Substitutions

This section explains how to choose the best ingredients for London broil marinade, what each one does in the recipe, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card below.

• Flank Steak – Originally, London broil steak was made with flank steak, which is what I used here. But, now the name really refers to the cooking method more than the cut of meat. Some butchers will label top round steak, coulotte, or other cuts as London broil, and these will also work.
• Olive Oil – Or avocado oil.
• Coconut Aminos – This is my go-to soy sauce substitute, but you can also use soy sauce if that works for you.
• Lemon Juice – Acidic ingredients like lemon juice tenderize the meat. Fresh has the best flavor, but bottled is convenient. Lime juice or any type of vinegar, such as apple cider vinegar, red wine vinegar, or balsamic vinegar, will work for a similar effect.
• Worcestershire Sauce – This helps give the London broil marinade a deep flavor. While it adds a small amount of sugar, it’s negligible.
• Garlic – Fresh garlic is the most flavorful, but jarred is fine for convenience. We’re using minced garlic cloves, so either will work.
• Sea Salt & Black Pepper
• Dried Herbs – I used oregano and thyme, but Italian seasoning or even Texas brisket seasoning would also be delicious.
• Compound Butter – Mine uses a combination of butter, garlic, fresh chives, fresh parsley, and sea salt. Get the compound butter instructions here to top your London broil steak recipe, plus it includes options for using other herbs if you prefer.

How To Cook London Broil In The Oven

This section shows how to cook London broil, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique, to help you visualize it. For full instructions, including amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card below.

1. Mix London broil marinade. Add the olive oil, coconut aminos, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, salt, black pepper, oregano, and thyme to large zip lock bag and mix together.
2. Marinate. Add the flank steak to the zip lock bag and squeeze out excess air. (Alternatively, you can mix up the marinade in a small bowl and pour it over the steak in a large bowl or baking pan.) Gently massage the marinade into the steak. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, but no more than 24 hours.
3. Make compound butter. Find the compound butter recipe here.

4. Broil. Remove the steak from the marinade and place into a baking dish (you can also use a cast iron skillet or even a grill pan). Let it sit at room temperature while the broiler is preheating. Broil, flipping halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 130 degrees F (for medium rare). If you prefer a different level of doneness, check the temperature chart in my sirloin steak recipe or recommendations on the recipe card below.

5. Rest. Remove the steak from baking dish (so it doesn’t continue cooking!) and let it rest for 10 minutes.
6. Slice. Use a sharp knife to slice the London broil thinly against the grain, so that it’s nice and tender.

How Long To Cook London Broil?

London broil in the oven cooks quickly under the broiler. The exact time will depend on how thick your steak is, but it takes about 6-7 minutes per side for a 1-inch-thick steak. Use a meat thermometer to cook it to 135 degrees F.

Storage Instructions

• Store: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.
• Reheat: Reheat sliced steak in a hot skillet until warm, or place in the oven at 300 degrees F with a bit of broth and covered in aluminum foil, to lock in moisture. Be careful to not overcook.
• Freeze: Wrap the London broil tightly in plastic wrap, then place in a zip lock bag and keep in the freezer for up to 3 months.

What To Serve With London Broil

Serve this London broil roast recipe with side dish recipes like these:

• Veggies – Such as sauteed broccoli (pictured above), roasted asparagus, or green beans almondine.
• Potatoes – Roasted potatoes are a popular side for steak. For lighter options, try mashed cauliflower, roasted sweet potatoes (or an air fryer sweet potato), or my rutabaga recipe.
• Salad – I love London broil recipes paired with a BLT salad or kale salad. For a festive spread, make a pomegranate salad.
• Toppings – Try compound butter (pictured above) or chimichurri sauce.