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How To Cook Skirt Steak (Perfect Every Time) Recipe

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  • Author: Eliza
  • Total Time: 21 minutes (plus marinating time)
  • Yield: 8 servings

Description

This skirt steak recipe guarantees perfectly cooked, tender, and flavorful steak every time. Marinated with a blend of garlic, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, and Italian seasoning, the skirt steak is quickly seared in a hot iron skillet to lock in the juices and create a delicious crust. Ideal for a quick and satisfying meal, the steak is rested before slicing against the grain, ensuring maximum tenderness and a mouthwatering taste.

Ingredients

Steak

  • 2 pounds skirt steak (sliced in half)

Marinade

  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons honey

Instructions

  1. Tenderize the meat: Place the skirt steak on a cutting board and cover it with plastic wrap. Use a meat mallet to pound the steak evenly, breaking down the fibers to ensure tenderness.
  2. Prepare the marinade: In a bowl, whisk together black pepper, salt, Italian seasoning, minced garlic, olive oil, soy sauce, lime juice, and honey until fully combined.
  3. Marinate the steak: Place the tenderized steak into the marinade, making sure it is fully coated. Chill it in the freezer for at least 10 minutes or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator for maximum flavor infusion. Before cooking, remove the steak and let it come to room temperature for 30 minutes.
  4. Heat the skillet: Preheat an iron skillet over high heat until it is sizzling hot, which will help achieve a beautiful sear on the steak.
  5. Sear the steak: Place the marinated steak in the hot skillet and sear for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, creating a flavorful crust while keeping the interior juicy.
  6. Rest the steak: Transfer the cooked steak to a cutting board and let it rest for 10 minutes. This resting period allows the juices to redistribute for a tender bite.
  7. Slice and serve: Slice the steak against the grain to maximize tenderness. Squeeze fresh lime juice on top, sprinkle with coarse salt, and serve warm for the best flavor experience.

Notes

  • Marinating for longer than 4 hours is not necessary and might alter the texture negatively due to the acidic lime juice.
  • Resting the steak is crucial to achieve a juicy and tender result; do not skip this step.
  • Pounding the steak ensures it is evenly thick for uniform cooking.
  • Use an iron skillet or cast iron pan for best searing results.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste before cooking.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

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