If you are a beef lover, the best way you cook it is a grilled marinated London broil. It is highly flavoured, infused with an outer brown colour and sear marks. The tenderness and juicy center would never fail to boost your appetite.
Having a high nutrient profile and matchless taste, London broil becomes the best option for grilling. To enjoy this mouth-watering dish, the only thing you need to do is own a gas grill and stick to this article.
If you are wondering how to grill London broil on a gas grill, you are at the right place. This article will go through a simple and super delicious recipe for grilling London broil with certain tips.
What is a London broil?
London broil is a method of roasting a thin piece of beef over high heat. When you go to the meat section of your grocery store, London broil is usually mentioned over the beef cuts. Some people may confuse the London broil with the beef cut. However, actually it is the method and not the cut.
This method is usually used to grill a top round steak taken from the rear leg of a cow. However, flank steak, flap steak, or skirt steak can also be roasted using London broil if round steak is not available.
Ingredients needed to grill a London broil on a gas grill
The ingredients needed for this recipe are quite typical of those used in other grilling recipes. The marinade is the most important part of the recipe, as a balanced marinade can do wonders. Here is a list of ingredients:
- 2 pounds top round beef steaks( almost 4 pieces)
For marinade:
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons vinegar
- 1/3 cup honey or dark brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1/2 tablespoon black pepper
- 1/2 tablespoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon dried seasoning
- 2 sprigs of rosemary, optional
You can customize the ingredients depending on availability. You can also use table salt instead of kosher salt, but don’t forget to reduce the quantity by ½. Similarly, flank steak can be used if you can’t find top round steaks.
Equipment notes:
- A Pit Boss gas grill
- An instant-read meat thermometer
- Tongs
Best way to grill London broil on a gas grill
The dish’s name may appear a bit scary to you, but believe me, it’s gonna be a super easy recipe with less time spent and incredible results. Here is the step-by-step process on how to grill a London broil on a gas grill;
Step 1: Marinade the meat
- Mix all the above-mentioned ingredients in a bowl.
- Take the meat and marinade in a zip-top bag.
- Seal the bag and massage the meat thoroughly.
- Place the bag in the refrigerator.
Dry steak seasoning rub can also be used, or you can also use a simple mixture of salt and pepper. However, I won’t recommend keeping it this simple.
Duration:
It is usually recommended to marinate the meat overnight. However, the grilled London broil marinade time is 2 to 24 hours, depending on the availability of time. The longer you marinate, the better it will be. For dry seasoning, the time reduces to 30 minutes only.
Step 2: Preheat the gas grill
Take the meat out of the refrigerator 30 to 40 minutes before grilling. Preheat your gas grill to about 450°F. Preheating will help to prevent the sticking of meat and ensure even cooking. You must clean the grill grates.
Step 3: Grill London broil
- Place steaks on the gas grill at an angle of 45 degrees and close the lid.
- Grill for 2 to 3 minutes and then rotate 90 degrees.
- Continue to grill 2-3 minutes to create cross-hatch grill marks.
- Repeat the same procedure for the other side.
Normally, it takes less than 15 minutes (5 to 6 minutes per side) for a thin piece of beef to get optimally grilled at a temperature of 450°F.
The internal temperature of the London broil:
Check the internal temperature of the London broil top round steaks while grilling with the help of a digital meat thermometer. Pull the meat out of the grill when the temperature reaches 135 to 140°F for medium rare. Depending on your required doneness, it may vary
- Rare: 135 to 140°
- Medium Rare: 140°
- Medium: 150 to 155°
- Well Done: 165°
However, 135°F is the best in my opinion for optimally cooked, tender, and juicy steaks. Anything past medium will leave you with a dry cut of steak, and no one wants that.
Step 4: Serve the seared juicy steaks
After taking the steaks out of the gas grill, allow them to rest for 5 to 10 minutes. Serve the steaks with your favourite side dish.
Can I grill London broil in an oven?
Yes, you can cook the London broil in an oven. Here are the few steps you need to follow;
- Marinate the meat as mentioned above.
- Place on a foil-lined baking sheet in an oven.
- Broil on high for about 6 minutes.
- Rotate and cook the other side for 5-7 minutes.
- Turn off the oven when the internal temperature reaches 140°F.
- Take the steak out and allow it to rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Do I grill the London broil with the lid open or closed?
For grilling the London broil, it is preferred to close the gas grill. You should open the gas grill only when you want to flip or rotate the steaks.
Q. Which steak is used in London broil?
Steak is a thick cut of meat sliced across the muscle fibers, sometimes including a bone. The steak used in London broil is a thin top round or flank steak, usually taken from the rear leg of a cow.
Q. Can I overcook the London broil past medium rare?
In London broil, the steak used is very thin and the temperature is high. So, there are pretty good chances of cooking it past medium rare. Overcooking makes it tough and dry rather than the juicier broil you are looking for.
Q. How long should I grill the London broil on a gas grill?
London broil on the grill time is about 6 to 7 minutes per side at a temperature of 450°F. So, a total of less than 15 minutes is required to get a perfectly grilled London broil.
