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Light the Grill: Bobby Flay's Favorite Lean Cuts of Meat

Bobby Flay tells Food Network Magazine which lean meats are best to grill for a summer cookout.

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Bobby's Lean Grilling Advice

After removing these cuts from the grill, tent with foil and let rest 5 minutes before slicing; the internal temperature will rise 5 degrees F to 10 degrees F.

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Flank Steak

This cut is similar to skirt steak, but it's leaner and tougher, so marinating is a must. Grill over high heat until it reaches 130 degrees F for medium rare, 5 to 7 minutes per side. Be sure to slice against the grain. Per 4-ounce serving: Calories 160; Fat 6 g (Saturated 2 g)

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Filet Mignon

This pricey part of the beef tenderloin is tender and mild, so don't overpower it. Bobby likes to season it simply with salt and pepper and serve it medium rare: Grill over high heat until 130 degrees F, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Per 4-ounce serving: Calories 172; Fat 7 g (Saturated 3 g)

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Pork Tenderloin

This ultra-lean cut is great with bold marinades. (Bobby makes an awesome hoisin-soy marinade —get the recipe at foodnetwork.com/hoisinpork.) Grill over high heat until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees F for medium well, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Per 4-ounce serving: Calories 136; Fat 4 g (Saturated 1 g)

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