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Classic London Broil
12 hrs 6 servings Easy
This recipe uses Round beef — specifically Top Round (3-6 lbs).
Learn more about all Round cuts and cooking methods →
Prep
10 min
Cook
12 min
Total
12 hrs
London broil isn't a cut — it's a method. A lean top round, tenderized by an overnight marinade, then broiled or grilled fast and hot. The secret is all in the slicing: thin, against the grain, at a steep angle.
What Ingredients Do You Need?
- 2-3 lbs Top round steak, 1.5 inches thick
- 1/3 cup Soy sauce
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp Red wine vinegar
- 3 tbsp Olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Dried Italian herbs
- 1 tsp Black pepper
How Do You Make Classic London Broil?
- 1
Marinate
Combine all marinade ingredients. Submerge steak and refrigerate 8-24 hours, flipping once.
- 2
Broil
Pat dry. Broil on the top rack, 5-6 minutes per side, until 130°F internal for medium-rare.
- 3
Rest and slice
Rest 10 minutes. Slice very thin against the grain at a 45-degree angle.
What Are the Pro Tips for This Recipe?
- 💡 The longer the marinade, the more tender — overnight is ideal.
