Description

Delicious grilled flank steak pinwheels stuffed with provolone cheese and fresh spinach make a perfect savory appetizer or main course. This recipe features tenderized flank steak rolled with cheese and greens, seasoned, and grilled to juicy perfection, delivering a flavorful and impressive dish ideal for gatherings or a special meal.

Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients

2 pounds flank steak (butterflied)
9 slices provolone cheese
2 cups fresh spinach
1 Tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons Kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Butterfly the steak: Place your palm flat on top of the flank steak and make a horizontal cut across the grain, aiming for an even thickness. Lift and continue shallow cuts until nearly through the edge, then open the meat like a book. Pound with a meat mallet if needed for uniform thickness.
Season and layer fillings: Lay the steak flat on a cutting board, season with 1 teaspoon kosher salt and ½ teaspoon black pepper. Evenly lay the provolone slices over the surface, then spread the fresh spinach evenly on top.
Roll the steak: Starting at one end, tightly roll the steak lengthwise, packing the fillings snugly to prevent gaps.
Secure and season exterior: Place skewers every 1 to 2 inches along the rolled seam to hold it together. Brush the outside with olive oil and season with the remaining salt and pepper.
Cut into pinwheels: Slice halfway between each skewer to create even rounds. If the pinwheels feel loose, tie them with kitchen twine to help them keep their shape on the grill.
Grill the pinwheels: Grill each pinwheel for about 4 minutes per side or until your preferred doneness is reached. Once cooked, let them rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.

Notes

Butterflying the steak helps it cook evenly and makes rolling easier.
Pounding to an even thickness ensures consistent grilling.
Use kitchen twine if pinwheels are loose, to keep them intact on the grill.
Resting the meat after grilling improves juiciness and flavor.
Adjust grilling time for preferred doneness; about 4 minutes per side is medium rare to medium.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Category: Appetizer / Main Course
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: American

Keywords: flank steak pinwheels, grilled steak rolls, stuffed flank steak, provolone cheese, spinach, grilled appetizers