Sesame-Spinach Stuffed Flank Steak

Ingredients

• 1 (10 oz) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
• 2 scallions, sliced
• 1 tbsp reduced-sodium tamari
• 3 tsp sesame seeds, divided
• 2 tsp minced fresh ginger
• 2 tsp toasted sesame oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1.5 lb. Wholesome Farms Direct Source-Verified flank steak
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp ground pepper
• 1 tbsp grapeseed oil

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
2. Mix spinach, scallions, tamari, 2 teaspoons sesame seeds, ginger, sesame oil and garlic in a bowl.
3. Place steak on a cutting board.
4. Cover with plastic wrap.
5. Pound meat with a tenderizer or mallet to an even 1/4-inch thickness.
6. Remove plastic wrap.
7. Spread spinach mixture over steak while maintaining a 1-inch border.
8. Roll the steak up longwise tucking in the filling as you go.
9. Tie the steak with kitchen string at 2-inch intervals.
10. Season with salt and pepper.
11. Heat grapeseed oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
12. Add the steak.
13. Brown steak on all sides for about 3 minutes total.
14. Transfer the pan to the oven.
15. Roast 12 to 15 minutes until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the center of the steak reads 125°F for medium-rare.
16. Transfer the steak to a cutting board.
17. Cover with foil to keep warm and let rest for 5 minutes.
18. Cut into 8 slices and serve sprinkled with the remaining 1 teaspoon sesame seeds.