Description
A flavorful marinated skirt steak recipe inspired by the vibrant culture of Italy, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or special gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds skirt steak
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Zest and juice of 2 oranges
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine olive oil, orange zest, orange juice, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Whisk until well blended to create a flavorful marinade.
- Place the skirt steak in a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish.
- Pour the marinade over the skirt steak, ensuring that it’s well-coated.
- Seal the bag or cover the dish, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for more intense flavor.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- Remove the steak from the marinade and discard any leftover marinade.
- Sear the skirt steak on the grill, cooking for about 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer to your desired doneness.
- Let the steak rest for about 5 minutes after grilling before slicing it against the grain for maximum tenderness.
- Serve it with seasonal vegetables or atop a salad for a complete meal.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for best flavor. Don’t over-marinate; a few hours is ideal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: main course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg