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Marinated Skirt Steak

Savory Marinated Skirt Steak: A Grilling Game-Changer

Discover the incredible flavor of this marinated skirt steak, perfect for budget-friendly summer barbecues.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beef
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 lb Skirt Steak Trimmed and cut into pieces
  • 1 tbsp Kosher Salt Enhances flavor and tenderizes meat
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 1/4 cup Red Wine Vinegar Can substitute with sherry or balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Use low-sodium if desired
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard
  • 3 cloves Garlic Finely minced
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Thyme Leaves Dried thyme can be a substitute
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Rosemary Minced, dried rosemary works as well
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Pepper Freshly ground for best flavor

Equipment

  • grill
  • Cutting board
  • medium bowl
  • resealable plastic bag
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Trim the Skirt Steak: Remove excess fat and cut into 3-4 pieces.
  2. Salt the Steak: Season with kosher salt and let rest for 15 minutes.
  3. Prepare Marinade: Whisk together olive oil, vinegar, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, garlic, thyme, and rosemary.
  4. Marinate: Coat steak in marinade, seal in a bag, and refrigerate for 2-12 hours.
  5. Preheat Grill: Heat grill to high (450°F) for 10-15 minutes.
  6. Prepare Steaks for Grilling: Remove steak from marinade, dry, and season with pepper.
  7. Grill the Steak: Cook steak for 3-4 minutes per side, monitoring temperature until 125-130°F for medium-rare.
  8. Rest and Slice: Let steak rest for 10 minutes before slicing against the grain.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 950mgPotassium: 380mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Allow the steak to reach room temperature before grilling for even cooking. Patting dry after marinating helps achieve a good sear.

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