Description
Zesty Skirt Steak Marinade with Orange Juice is a vibrant and flavorful way to elevate your next meal. This easy marinade combines the bright tang of fresh orange and lime juice with aromatic spices, creating a mouthwatering blend that penetrates deep into the meat, ensuring every bite is juicy and tender. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners, this marinade enhances skirt steak’s natural flavors while being versatile enough to use on chicken or pork. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you can whip up this marinade and impress your guests with its delicious results.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 1/2 pounds skirt steak
- 1 teaspoon coarse salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together orange juice, lime juice, olive oil, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and ground cumin.
- Place the skirt steak in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over it. Ensure it’s well-coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 120 minutes (or overnight for best flavor).
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade and let excess liquid drip off. Season with coarse salt and black pepper.
- Grill each side for about 3 minutes or until cooked to your liking. Allow resting for 5 minutes before slicing against the grain.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 60mg