Chili Lime Grilled Skirt Steak

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds skirt steak
• 1/4 cup lime juice, freshly squeezed
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 lime, cut into wedges, for serving
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish

Method

1. 1

   In a medium bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne.

2. 2

   Place the skirt steak in a large resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over it, turning to coat evenly.

3. 3

   Seal and refrigerate, letting the steak marinate for at least 1 hour and up to 4 hours.

4. 4

   Remove the steak from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 20 minutes before grilling.

   20:00 · Rest at room temp
5. 5

   Preheat a grill or grill pan to high heat, about 450°F, and scrape the grates clean.

   10:00 · Preheat grill
6. 6

   Remove the steak from the marinade, letting excess drip off, and discard the remaining marinade.

7. 7

   Grill the steak for 3 to 4 minutes per side for medium-rare, flipping once, until a deep char forms and internal temperature reaches 130°F to 135°F.

   3:00 · Grill first side
8. 8

   Transfer the steak to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.

   5:00 · Rest steak
9. 9

   Slice the steak thinly against the grain, garnish with chopped cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.