1 1/2 lb. flank steak (as thick as possible)
Unseasoned meat tenderizer
Soy sauce
Sesame seed oil
Garlic cloves
Star anise
Pinch of sugar

(Star anise must be pounded or processed until fine).

In dish large enough to accommodate steak in one layer, put soy sauce to cover bottom, 2 tablespoons sesame oil, 2 cloves garlic (crushed). Lay steak on top, sprinkle with tenderizer and prick with fork. Cover and refrigerate for two hours; turn, sprinkle with tenderizer and prick. Refrigerate until 1/2 hour before cooking.

Place on double aluminum foil, sprinkle with star anise and broil until crusty and brown. Turn, sprinkle with star anise and pinch of sugar, broil about 3 minutes. Let rest a few minutes before slicing.