If you haven’t tried skirt steak yet, now is as good a time as any to give this cut of beef a whirl.
Enjoy this flavorful piece of meat with any of these 30 skirt steak recipes!
If you’re raring to try cooking skirt steak but don’t know what will work best, this list of skirt steak recipes should give you an idea.
Before I give you the recipes, here’s a primer on skirt steak and why it should be your next steak purchase.
If you’re looking for steak that has an intense beefy flavor, forget ribeye, T-bone, and filet mignon.
Skirt steak is what you should get.
One thing to remember about skirt steak though is that it may not be as tender as the other steak cuts mentioned earlier.
Taken from under the rib cage, this thin cut of meat can be sinewy and may turn rubbery if not cooked the right way.
To ensure that you don’t end up with tough and chewy meat, cook this steak only to medium.
One of the better ways to do this is by grilling.
Some recipes that use this method include the Chipotle Adobo Skirt Steak and Arrachera Borracha.
Stir-frying is also a great way to keep skirt steak from becoming tough, like recipe #14.
One of the popular ways to serve skirt steak is to grill it and top it with chimichurri.
In this recipe, you get not only great chimichurri that you pour over your steak once it’s done, but you also get a fantastic marinade that gives the meat amazing flavor.
Just make sure that when you grill your steak, you don’t overcook it so it won’t become tough.
Another way you can cook your skirt steak is by searing it in a skillet.
This is a one-pan dish, so you use the same skillet to saute your garlic vegetables and to sear your meat.
You also use the same skillet to create the sweet/sour glaze that you pour over your steak.
When you make tacos, one thing you should do is to have really great meat in it.
Skirt steak is a good choice since it’s the kind of meat that absorbs flavors well.
This taco recipe uses lots of citrus and spices that amps up the taste of the meat.
The corn adds a little crunch and sweetness to the entire dish.
This recipe combines creamy and meaty in each mouthful.
The grilled skirt steak in this dish isn’t marinated but rather seasoned with salt and pepper only to let the meat’s flavor take center stage.
Also, the sour and garlicky avocado crema that accompanies it gives the dish the right balance of chewy, creamy, savory, and herby.
Another thing this steak is good for is sandwiches.
This is one sandwich that you should try making when you have skirt steak on hand.
Make sure to use crusty, chewy bread for this, like focaccia, to ensure the sandwich doesn’t fall apart when the meat’s juices start to soak the bread.
Here’s a traditional Mexican recipe that gives you super tasty skirt steak.
The marinade consists of quite a lot of spices, some serrano peppers for bite, and beer.
You can serve this meat in tortillas or as a main with rice or on top of salad.
One of the commonly used cuts of meat in Mexican cuisine is skirt steak.
This is because it’s relatively inexpensive and flavorful.
This is probably why you also see it being used in lots of popular Mexican meat dishes, like the arrachera mentioned above, and carne asada.
This carne asada recipe uses the outside skirt steak, which is meatier and more tender than inside skirt steak.
This recipe for skirt steak uses a brown butter-type sauce made with ghee.
Ghee is clarified butter that has a nutty and roasted essence that goes great with steak.
If you don’t know how to make ghee, don’t worry since this recipe has instructions that tell you how.
Peperonata is an Italian dish that combines sweet bell peppers with a few other vegetables and herbs.
It’s great with grilled meats, hence the pairing with grilled skirt steak in this recipe.
Since this peppery side dish can be used on bread, poultry, fish, and just about anything, you can make a huge batch when you cook this recipe and store it in an airtight container in your fridge.
The skirt steak in this recipe is marinated in mojo, which is a Cuban marinade that is both garlicky and citrusy.
To get the utmost flavor, make sure to marinate the steak in this mixture for 8 hours, but if you’re pressed for time, 3 hours should suffice.
Grill the meat to medium rare and serve with your choice of sides or in a taco.
Fresh and simple, yet oh so yummy!
This combination is perfect for those summer barbecues and picnics with your family.
The jalapenos in the salsa give it the contrasting kick that goes perfectly with the smokiness and meaty goodness of your skirt steak.
If you want to remove some of the bite in your salsa, soak the jalapeno in some water before adding to the mix.
If you’re thinking of adding some Asian flair to your skirt steak, this recipe is the one.
Sweet, savory, and sour, this Chinese-style steak is paired with stir-fried shiitake mushrooms.
Serve with some greens or rice, and you have the perfect Oriental steak meal.
Infused with tropical flavors, this skirt steak is another Asian dish you can try.
Strive for at least 4 hours of marination, but 12 hours or overnight is better.
You can serve this steak with noodles or rice.
Here’s a stir-fry beef dish that works really well with skirt steak.
This Peruvian dish called Lomo Saltado combines thinly sliced beef with tomatoes and onions.
Also, stir-frying is a good way to cook this kind of steak since it’s quick, which prevent the possibility of overcooking.
This is a good recipe to make for barbecues and picnics.
The beef in this dish is cut into half-inch strips and marinated overnight.
The dipping sauce can also be prepared ahead of time, leaving it in the fridge to help the flavors in the sofrito develop further.
Once skewered, you can cook these over a grill or in a grill pan, making sure to cook for only a minute on each side for the perfect char and doneness.
For a complete meal in one bowl, this one should hit the spot!
It’s also customizable to your taste since you can add whatever toppings you like.
Some choices include diced avocados, salsa, black beans, olives, and grated cheese.
Love cooking over charcoal?
Try this recipe that gives you smokiness, heat, and fantastic flavor that is sure to become a fast favorite.
Love sangria?
Then here’s another way you can incorporate the fruity, citrusy, and sweet notes of this drink into your meal.
Traditionally, you will use sirloin, chuck roast, or boneless ribeye for this recipe.
But, the flavorful nature of skirt steak makes this stroganoff more delectable.
It also cuts the amount of time required for cooking this dish.
If you’re an avid fan of Indian food, then you are sure to love this dish.
Imagine eating steak that has the flavor profile of curry and tandoori.
If you can’t find ready-made tandoori seasoning near you, you can make it yourself by combining coriander, cardamom, cloves, cumin, ginger, cinnamon, garlic powder, mace, black pepper, fenugreek, and nutmeg.
21. Szechuan Beef
Sweet, savory, and with a little bit of heat is what you get here.
This is also a quick dish that you can put together in a flash.
And, because of the sauce, you don’t have to worry about the need to marinate your steak for hours just to get the flavor in.
This dish is where most people often find this cut of beef being used, and for a good reason.
With the amped-up beefiness of this cut, you get yumminess with every bite.
23. Beef & Broccoli
Here’s a fast-food favorite that you can make at home.
Want a more umami flavor to your beef and broccoli?
Try swapping out the soy sauce with oyster sauce.
24. Beef Satay
Craving for Indonesian food?
This recipe for beef satay should help satisfy that craving.
Not too keen on skewering meat?
You can always cook these thin slivers of beef in a grill pan without them.
Rushing to get dinner on the table?
This beefy noodle dish is a recipe you can try when you’re pressed for time.
One thing to note with this recipe though—if you don’t want your skirt steak to become tough and chewy, remove them from the pan once browned and before assembling the sauce.
Here’s another one of those skirt steak recipes that you and your family can enjoy.
These are awesome for game day, for a picnic, for your kids’ lunch box, or for dinner.
The recipe calls for pepper jack cheese, but you can always substitute this with any cheese you like.
Sweet, sour, and savory are the three flavors you can expect with this steak dish.
The sweetness comes from the honey and the pomegranate molasses, with the latter giving the meat a fruity, concentrated sweetness.
If you can’t find pomegranate molasses, replace it with some balsamic glaze.
Want something uncomplicated yet utterly tasty for lunch?
This recipe is what you should try.
Simply mix all marinade ingredients in a blender, marinate your steak for an hour, and grill a few minutes on each side.
Voila!
Herby, garlicky, and oh-so-quick!
Here’s another interesting marinade you can try with your steak.
This combination imparts a tart, sweet, and distinctly Asian flavor to the meat.
This goes great with rice, garlic noodles, or with a salad.
The bottom line
When you find yourself in the supermarket and they have skirt steak, grab a few cuts and try any of these skirt steak recipes out.
Oh, and here are a couple of things to remember when buying this cut of beef.
For a more tender steak, ask for the outside skirt, but take note that it’s usually more expensive than the inside skirt.
If you’re marinating your steak overnight, however, then the inside skirt will suffice since the marinade (especially those with acid in them) will tenderize the meat.
BEST Skirt Steak Recipes
If you haven’t tried skirt steak yet, now is as good a time as any to give this cut of beef a whirl. Enjoy this flavorful piece of meat with any of these 30 skirt steak recipes!
Ingredients
- Chimichurri Skirt Steak
- Balsamic Skirt Steak With Garlic Veggies
- Skirt Steak Tacos With Corn Salsa
- Grilled Skirt Steak With Avocado Lime Crema
- Skirt Steak Sandwiches With Lemon Parsley Mayo
- Arrachera Borracha (Mexican Skirt Steak)
- Skirt Steak Carne Asada
- Marinated Skirt Steak & Cilantro-Lime Ghee
- Skirt Steak With Peperonata
- Mojo Marinated Skirt Steak
- Grilled Skirt Steak With Watermelon Salsa
- Honey Soy Skirt Steak
- Thai Coconut-Lime Skirt Steak
- Peruvian Beef Stir Fry (Lomo Saltado)
- Skirt Steak Skewers
- Beef Burrito Bowl
- Chipotle Adobo Skirt Steak
- Sangria Marinated Skirt Steak
- Skirt Steak Stroganoff
- Tandoori Spiced Skirt Steak
- Szechuan Beef
- Skirt Steak Fajitas
- Beef & Broccoli
- Beef Satay
- Ecuadorian Churrasco
- Garlic Beef Noodle Bowl
- Philly Cheesesteak Sandwiches
- Pomegranate Molasses Skirt Steak
- Herb Grilled Skirt Steak
- Tamarind & Lime Skirt Steak
Instructions
- Take a look at our Skirt Steak Recipes list!
- Bring the ingredients to create a new favorite dish.
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