Skirt steak, a flavorful and affordable cut of meat, is an excellent choice for a delicious and satisfying meal. With its unique texture and bold flavor, skirt steak pairs perfectly with a variety of sauces and seasonings. This article will guide you through the process of creating a mouthwatering skirt steak dish featuring a spicy coconut dressing that combines the richness of coconut milk with the heat of chili peppers. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this incredible combination of flavors and textures!
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SKIRT STEAK
Alton Brown's Skirt Steak recipe, from Good Eats on Food Network, marinates a thin cut in soy sauce for maximum flavor. Alton's special tool? A blow dryer!
Provided by Alton Brown
Categories main-dish
Time 1h27m
Yield 8 servings as fajita meat or 4 as main course
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat charcoal, preferably natural chunk, until grey ash appears. In a blender, put in oil, soy sauce, scallions, garlic, lime juice, red pepper, cumin, and sugar and puree. In a large heavy duty, zip top bag, put pieces of skirt steak and pour in marinade. Seal bag, removing as much air as possible. Allow steak to marinate for 1 hour in refrigerator.
- Remove steak from bag and pat dry with paper towels. Using a blow dryer, blow charcoal clean of ash. Once clean of ash lay steaks directly onto hot coals for 1 minute per side. When finished cooking, place meat in double thickness of aluminum foil, wrap, and allow to sit for 15 minutes.
- Remove meat from foil, reserving foil and juices. Slice thinly across the grain of the meat. Return to foil pouch and toss with juice. Serve with grilled peppers and onions, if desired.
SKIRT STEAK WITH SPICY COCONUT DRESSING
This recipe is exceptionally weeknight-friendly-it goes from start to finish in less than an hour-and fully adaptable depending on the tastes of your family.
Provided by Carla Lalli Music
Categories Dinner Steak Salad Chile Pepper Ginger Coconut Lime Juice Avocado Lettuce Cilantro Beef Soy Free Dairy Free Peanut Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Tree Nut Free Kid-Friendly Small Plates Quick & Easy Quick and Healthy
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine chile, garlic, ginger, coconut cream, and lime juice. Season with salt and stir to combine. Stir in coconut and taste dressing: It should be fairly tangy, spicy, and salty to balance the mild iceberg. Dressing may seize up and seem very thick, but it will loosen up when tossed with the salad.
- Season steak on both sides with salt.
- Place a 10- or 12-inch skillet, preferably cast-iron, over medium-high heat. Add oil and when it shimmers, place steaks carefully into pan and cook, undisturbed, until browned on underside, 2-3 minutes. Turn and cook until browned on second side and medium-rare, about 2 minutes longer. Transfer steaks to a platter and let rest 5-10 minutes before cutting against the grain into 1/4-inch slices.
- Add lettuce and cilantro to bowl with dressing and toss to coat. Taste the lettuce and add more salt and/or lime juice if needed. Add avocado and toss gently to distribute. Serve steak and salad with lime wedges for squeezing over.
GRILLED SPICY SKIRT STEAK
Categories Beef Quick & Easy Backyard BBQ Summer Grill Grill/Barbecue Gourmet
Yield Serves 2 generously
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Prepare grill if using.
- Cut steak into large pieces to fit on a grill or in a ridged grill pan.
- In a small bowl stir together chili powder, cumin, garlic paste, Worcestershire sauce, sugar, pepper, allspice, and oil and rub all over meat. Marinate meat in a resealable plastic bag, chilled, 20 minutes.
- Grill steak on a well-oiled rack set about 4 inches over glowing coals or in hot well-seasoned ridged grill pan over moderately high heat 3 to 5 minutes on each side, or until just springy to touch, for medium-rare meat. Let steak stand on a cutting board 5 minutes and cut across grain on the diagonal into thin slices.
- Serve steak with tortillas.
SPICY SKIRT STEAK
Provided by Bob Sloan
Categories Marinate Lime Steak Bell Pepper Fall Tailgating Grill/Barbecue Cilantro
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- At home
- One hour before packing, mix together the olive oil, lime juice, garlic, cumin, and coriander. Place the steaks in a resealable freezer bag and pour in the marinade, making sure the steaks are completely coated. Refrigerate.
- At the tailgate
- Prepare coals for a hot fire. When the coals are ready, transfer the skirt steaks directly from the marinade to the grill and cook for 8 to 9 minutes, turning once, for medium-rare, 9 to 10 minutes for medium. Transfer the steaks to a cutting board and let them rest for 5 minutes. While the steaks are resting, transfer the sliced onion, pepper, and cilantro to a medium serving bowl. Place the limes, cut side down, on the grill until they brown slightly, about 4 minutes. Set aside. Cut the steaks into 1/2-inch strips, then add them to the bowl with the onion mixture. Season with the hot sauce and salt, then squeeze the grilled limes over everything. Toss together and serve.
Tips:
- Choose the right cut of meat: Look for skirt steak that is thin, well-marbled, and has a deep red color.
- Marinate the steak: Marinating the steak in a flavorful mixture of spices, herbs, and liquids helps tenderize the meat and infuses it with flavor.
- Cook the steak over high heat: This will help to create a nice crust on the outside while keeping the inside tender and juicy.
- Let the steak rest before cutting: This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a more tender and flavorful steak.
- Serve the steak with a flavorful sauce or dressing: This will help to enhance the flavor of the steak and make it a more complete dish.
Conclusion:
Skirt steak is a delicious and versatile cut of meat that can be cooked in a variety of ways. By following these tips, you can cook a perfect skirt steak that is tender, juicy, and flavorful. Whether you are grilling, pan-frying, or roasting, there is a perfect recipe for every occasion. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy meal, give skirt steak a try!
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