Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure as we delve into the tantalizing world of zesty Cajun skirt steak. In this article, we'll unveil the secrets to creating this flavorful and succulent dish that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. From selecting the perfect cut of skirt steak to gathering the aromatic spices and herbs that define Cajun cuisine, we'll guide you through every step of the cooking process, ensuring a perfect outcome that will delight any palate. So, get ready to ignite your taste buds and discover the vibrant flavors of zesty Cajun skirt steak, a dish that embodies the bold and vibrant spirit of Louisiana cooking.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
THE BEST CAJUN BUTTER STEAK RECIPE WITH CAJUN BUTTER PEPPERCORN SAUCE
Steps:
- Make and toast the cajun mix by combining all the spices together and toasting over a low flame until fragrant, 2-3 minutes.
- Rub each steak generously with about 1.5 tablespoons of the cajun mix per steak, then chill in the refrigerator uncovered for one hour.
- While the steaks are chilling, combine the ingredients for the marinade in a container just large enough to fit your steaks. Add the steaks when ready, then cover with extra oil if needed. Marinate for between 6 hours and up to two days - longer is better.
- Heat up a large cast iron skillet with 1 tablespoon of high heat oil (not olive) until it's just about smoking. Add the onion wedges and cook for 2 minutes per side, or until charred. Turn them with a flipper or tongs and cook the other side, then remove and set aside.
- Optionally season your steaks with salt. Add the steaks and cook roughly 3 minutes per side for rare or 4 minutes per side for medium rare. Rest the steaks while you make the cajun butter peppercorn sauce. If you are doing these in batches, turn your oven to warming/proofing mode (or just with the light on - no higher than 80ºF) to keep the steaks warm. Let the skillet come back to temp in between steaks.
- If you are making the cajun butter peppercorn sauce, reduce the heat to low and add cognac to the pan. Let reduce while stirring with a wooden spoon or silicone spatula to deglaze, then add butter, cream, cracked peppercorns, and cajun spice mix. The resulting sauce will be a little grainy and not creamy like French peppercorn sauces, but delicious and spicy.
- Slice steaks and enjoy immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 826 kcal, Carbohydrate 25.7 g, Protein 89.8 g, Fat 36.2 g, SaturatedFat 17.6 g, Cholesterol 304 mg, Sodium 1477 mg, Fiber 5.8 g, Sugar 11.8 g, ServingSize 1 serving
SMOKY STEAK WITH CAJUN POTATOES & SPICY SLAW
Steak and Cajun potatoes make a tasty meal for two - perfect for special occasions like Valentine's
Provided by Esther Clark
Categories Dinner, Main course, Supper
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7. Bring a large pan of salted water to the boil, add the potatoes and cook for 5 mins. Drain and leave to steam-dry in the colander for a few minutes. Toss the potatoes with the Cajun seasoning, half the oil and a good pinch of salt. Tip onto a baking tray and roast for 25-30 mins or until golden and crisp, tossing halfway through.
- To make the slaw, combine the cabbage, onion, mayonnaise, soured cream and chipotle paste in a bowl until the cabbage and onion are well coated. Set aside.
- Rub the steak with the remaining oil and season both sides. Heat a griddle pan or non-stick frying pan over a high heat until very hot. Add the steak to the pan, cook for 2 mins on one side, then 3 mins on the other. Remove, put on a chopping board, cover with foil and leave to rest for 5 mins. Slice into strips.
- Serve the steak with the potatoes scattered with the coriander and a pile of the spicy slaw.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 802 calories, Fat 50 grams fat, SaturatedFat 10 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 40 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 7 grams sugar, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 47 grams protein, Sodium 0.9 milligram of sodium
ZESTY CAJUN SKIRT STEAK
Brushed with a tangy glaze that starts with bottled barbecue sauce, this succulent steak is full of flavor and is quick to put together.
Provided by JackieOhNo
Categories Lime
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Prepare grill for direct-heat cooking or position broiler so that top of steak on rack in pan will be 4 inches from heat source; heat broiler. Combine barbecue sauce, lime zest and 1 t. lime juice; reserve. Rub both sides of steak with seasoning and salt.
- Grill or broil steak, turning once, 3-5 minutes per side for medium-rare; sprinkle with remaining 1 t. lime juice and brush with reserved sauce mixture during last minute of cooking. Let stand 5 minutes before slicing. If desired, garnish with lime and parsley and serve with additional barbecue sauce.
CAJUN T-BONE STEAK
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 1h
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine the garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper and cayenne in a small bowl. Place the steak on a rack set over a baking sheet. Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly on both sides of the steak (use all of the spice mixture). Let the steak sit on the rack at room temperature for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- Preheat a grill to medium-high. Lightly brush with the oil.
- Place the steak on the grill, then cook until dark marks form on the underside and the steak releases easily from the grill, about 6 minutes. Flip the steak and continue cooking until a thermometer inserted in the center (avoiding bone) registers 125 degrees F for medium-rare, 5 to 7 more minutes. Remove to a cutting board and let the steak rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
QUICK SAUTEED SKIRT STEAK
Make and share this Quick Sauteed Skirt Steak recipe from Food.com.
Provided by LorenLou
Categories Steak
Time 30m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Brush the steak with the Worcestershire, and marinate in a pyrex dish for about 15 minutes.
- You can leave on the counter or refrigerate.
- Lightly pat the steaks dry with paper towels, and season well with the salt.
- Heat half of the oil in a nonstick or heavy skillet, over medium-high heat until hot.
- Saute half the steaks (or less so as not to crowd), about 3 minutes on each side (for medium-rare).
- Cook in batches, with additional oil, until all the steaks are done.
- Transfer to platter, loosely cover with foil, and let stand about 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 366.1, Fat 18.8, SaturatedFat 6.2, Cholesterol 100.3, Sodium 162.1, Carbohydrate 0.6, Sugar 0.3, Protein 45.5
CAJUN PEPPER STEAK
Cajun recipes have become popular across the country, but they've always been loved here. See if this recipe doesn't become a family favorite at your house.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h20m
Yield 4-6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook beef in oil over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the broth, tomatoes, green pepper, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce and seasonings. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 1 hour or until meat is tender. , Discard bay leaf. Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into meat mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with rice or noodles.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 226 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 463mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 27g protein.
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.
SKIRT STEAK WITH MUSTARD SAUCE AS MADE BY KATANO KASAINE RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: skirt steak, kosher salt, black pepper, olive oil, beef broth, dijon mustard, unsalted butter, capers in brine, rice, broccoli
Provided by Katie Aubin
Categories Dinner
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cut steak in half crosswise. Season with the salt and pepper.
- Heat the olive oil in a nonstick or stainless steel pan over medium heat for 1 minute. Add 1 portion of steak and cook until a golden brown crust has formed, 4-5 minutes per side. Transfer the seared steak to a plate and repeat with the remaining portion of steak. If the pan is getting too dry, add a bit more olive oil. Let the steaks rest for 3 minutes.
- After the steak has rested, transfer to a cutting board and pour any accumulated meat juices from the plate back into the pan and return to medium heat.
- Add the beef broth and scrape up any brown bits from the bottom of the pan. Add the mustard and butter and stir until combined. Stir in the capers and cook until the sauce thickens slightly, 1-2 minutes.
- Slice the steak into ¼-inch (6 mm) pieces and transfer to serving plates. Pour the sauce over the steak and serve with rice and broccoli.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 597 calories, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 32 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 63 grams, Sugar 1 gram
SPICY CITRUS SKIRT STEAK
You don't need a meat thermometer to grill a great skirt steak: When cooked over high heat, the inside will be medium rare once the steak is bronzed on the outside. For seasoning, counter the cut's big buttery flavor with something salty, spicy or fresh. In this recipe, the grilled steak rests in a tart sauce of tangerine, soy sauce, ginger and vinegar that is reminiscent of ponzu, with hints of citrusy bitterness similar to the dried tangerine peel used in Sichuan and Hunan cooking. Here, that bittersweet edge comes from charring the fruit and peel. Serve with rice or a grilled green vegetable like Chinese broccoli or asparagus.
Provided by Ali Slagle
Categories dinner, meat, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Prepare a charcoal or gas grill for two-zone cooking over high heat: For a charcoal grill, pour the coals onto one half of the grill. For a gas grill, heat all the burners, then turn off one of the end burners. (See Tips.)
- While the grill is heating, pat the steak dry and cut into 5- to 6-inch pieces with the grain. (This makes it easier to fit on the grill.) Set aside to air-dry while you make the sauce: Squeeze 1 cup of juice from about 6 tangerines into a bowl or rimmed dish large enough to hold the steak after it's grilled. (Set aside the remaining unjuiced halves on a sheet pan.) Add the spent tangerine halves to the juice. Smash the halves with a spoon to release the rind's oils (as if you're muddling a cocktail). To the juice and spent tangerine halves, add the rice vinegar, soy sauce, sambal oelek, ginger and garlic, and season with salt and pepper. Stir to combine.
- When you're ready to grill, add the steak to the sheet pan of unjuiced tangerine halves and lightly coat everything with neutral oil. Season generously with salt. Bring the sheet pan of tangerine halves and steak, sauce, a tightly folded paper towel soaked with oil, and tongs to the grill. Clean the grates with a grill brush, then oil the grates with the paper towel. Grill the steak over direct heat, flipping halfway through, until well browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Grill the tangerines over direct heat, flipping halfway through, until blackened, 4 to 5 minutes per side.
- As the steak and tangerine halves finish, add them to the sauce and turn to coat. Squeeze the charred citrus with your tongs to release the juice and the peels into the dish. Let rest for at least 5 minutes and up to 30. Slice the steak against the grain and serve with the sauce. Season to taste with salt, pepper and sambal oelek.
Tips:
- Choose the right cut of meat: Skirt steak is a thin, flavorful cut of beef that is perfect for grilling. It is important to choose a skirt steak that is at least 1 inch thick and has good marbling.
- Marinate the steak: Marinating the steak in a flavorful marinade will help to tenderize it and add flavor. A simple marinade can be made with olive oil, garlic, herbs, and spices.
- Cook the steak over high heat: Skirt steak should be cooked over high heat in order to get a nice sear on the outside and a tender, juicy inside.
- Let the steak rest before slicing: Once the steak is cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing. This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the steak, making it more tender and flavorful.
- Serve the steak with your favorite sides: Skirt steak can be served with a variety of sides, such as grilled vegetables, rice, or potatoes.
Conclusion:
Grilled Cajun skirt steak is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend cookout. By following these tips, you can make sure that your skirt steak is cooked to perfection and that it is packed with flavor. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give grilled Cajun skirt steak a try!
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