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The Ultimate Tender & Flavorful Skirt Steak Recipe (Perfect for Grilling & Carne Asada)

Close-up of perfectly grilled and sliced skirt steak, showing a medium-rare interior and a shiny glaze.
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Learn how to prepare skirt steak so it is juicy and tender every time you grill. This recipe features a simple citrus marinade that maximizes flavor for Carne Asada or any quick steak dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds skirt steak, trimmed
  • 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, garlic, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper to make the flavorful steak marinade.
  2. Place the skirt steak in a large, resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the steak, ensuring it is fully coated.
  3. Seal the bag or cover the dish. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, but no more than 6 hours, to achieve tender skirt steak results. Do not marinate longer, as the citrus can make the meat mushy.
  4. Remove the steak from the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking to allow it to come closer to room temperature. Discard the remaining marinade.
  5. Preheat your grill to high heat (about 450 degrees F). Lightly oil the grates.
  6. Place the skirt steak on the hot grill. Grill for 3 to 5 minutes per side for medium-rare (130-135 degrees F internal temperature). This quick cooking time prevents chewy skirt steak.
  7. Remove the steak from the grill and let it rest on a cutting board for 10 minutes before slicing. This step is key for juicy skirt steak.
  8. Slice the skirt steak thinly against the grain. Serve immediately for easy skirt steak dinner or use for tacos and Carne Asada.

Notes

  • For the best texture, always slice skirt steak against the grain. Look for the direction of the muscle fibers and cut perpendicular to them.
  • If you do not have a grill, you can cook this steak in a cast-iron skillet over high heat until you achieve a good sear.
  • This marinade works well for flank steak if you are looking for alternative cuts for Carne Asada skirt steak preparation.

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