How to make a tender, juicy London broil.

What Is London Broil?

The steaks we use are usually an inch thick.

Overhead view of a platter of sliced pan fried steak.

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I don’t usually recommend searing anything with butter.

If you’re not careful, the butter will burn.

Which Cut of Meat Works Best for London Broil?

Seasoning steak to show how to cook london broil.

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The cut that’s labeled London broil in the grocery store is almost always going to be top round.

We recommend sticking with that.

Can’t find it?

Seasoning steak to show how to cook london broil.

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Flank steak is a good alternative, and we have agreat recipe for it.

Tips To Ensure a Great Pan-Cooked Steak

What To Serve With London Broil?

If using stainless steel, heat a little olive oil in the pan first, before adding the steak.

Cooking steak in cast iron.

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Cut away any tough connective tissue on the surface of the steak.

Use a meat pounder to even out the thickness of the steak if necessary.

Lightly sprinkle with kosher salt on both sides.

London broil being sliced on a cutting board.

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Heat a large, cast iron skillet to medium high heat.

Pat the steaks dry with paper towels.

Rub a little dry mustard into both sides of the steak.

Sprinkle both sides again with salt, and with a little black pepper.

Rub butter over both sides of the steak.

Place the steak in the hot pan.

The cast iron pan will retain enough heat to cook the steak to medium rare.

you’ve got the option to use afinger pressure method to test for doneness.

Use a meat thermometer to test the internal temperature of the steak.

Cut the steak across the grain in thin slices.

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