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About bottom round London broil

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London broil refers to a lean but tough steak that is either broiled or grilled after being marinated. London broil is typically cooked medium-rare and served in thin slices. The term "London broil" does not actually refer to the cut of beef — it describes used to prepare the meat. On the other hand, "bottom round" is a description of the cut of meat you're getting. A round refers to a cow's rear leg, from which you'll get lean and tough meat. A bottom round has one part that's tougher than the other. Bottom rounds are typically divided into two smaller cuts: the rump roast, which is the end that comes to a point, and the bottom round roast.

All in all, bottom round London broil means you're getting a bottom round cut of meat ideal to cook using the London broil method.

Historically, London broil was one of the first recipes that became popular in early United States restaurants, which led to the name London broil getting easily confused with a specific cut of beef. London broil was first made with flank steak. Over time, the name was applied to various other thick, lean cuts of beef, like top and bottom round cuts. You can find London broil meat as anything from thin steaks to thick roasts that come from the beef's sirloin or round sections.

Despite its name, the London broil cooking method didn't start in London (or even England). No one knows where the dish originated, but its popularity endures in easy-to-make recipes you can cook at home.

No matter which cut you get, any "London broil" meat you buy is meant for you to marinate and then cook over high heat. London broil recipes all start with a great marinade, so experiment with flavors you find appealing to craft your perfect meal from bottom round London broil. London broil is ideal sliced and served with mashed potatoes. You can also use London broil to make fajitas or trade it for any recipe that asks for flank steak.

Bottom round London broil cooking tips

The marinade is the first step for any London broil recipe. Traditional London broil marinades range from simple mixes of olive oil, salt, and pepper to more complex mixtures with various other seasonings. You'll want to marinate your bottom round London broil for two to three hours per inch of meat. After that, you're ready to start cooking.

The bottom round London broil tastes particularly delicious when it's grilled. Grill the marinated meat hot and fast, making sure you don't cook it to more than medium doneness. Remember, London broil is meant to be served medium-rare. If you overcook the meat, it will make your final product tough — no matter how much time you dedicated to marinating.

Once you've cooked your steak, take it off the grill and cover the meat with foil. Let the steak rest around five minutes if you have a thinner cut and 10 minutes if you have a thicker, whole roast. When you let the meat rest, the meat can relax, so juices flow back into it. Finally, carve meat across the grain so you can serve in thin strips, which delivers maximum tenderness.

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FAQs about bottom round London broil

Like most other raw meat, you can keep meat you get to make a London broil in your refrigerator for three to five days. If you wrap the meat well, you can also store it in your freezer for six months to a year.

You can also store London broil meat for a few days after you start marinating it. If you put the meat in your marinade but can't cook it right away, it will stay safe kept refrigerated in the liquid for around four days.

While London broil recipes are made from tough meat cuts, they deliver delicious flavor. The right preparation creates a flavorful steak that has a tender chew and beefy taste. Because you always marinate London broil meat before cooking it, your particular recipe will take on the flavor of whatever ingredients you choose for your marinade.

You can easily find marinades for your bottom round London broil that suit your taste. Some marinades to try include:
  • Balsamic vinegar, garlic, ginger, honey, olive oil, and soy sauce.
  • Balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and garlic.
  • Balsamic vinegar, fresh ground black pepper, garlic, olive oil, rosemary, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce.
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