Imagine sinking your teeth into a perfectly grilled skirt steak, kissed by smoky char marks, draped with melted cheese, and crowned with a zesty salsa verde that makes your mouth water instantly. This isn't just another recipe—it's a Mexican-inspired culinary adventure that transforms an ordinary meal into an extraordinary experience. In just 30 minutes, you'll create a dish so tantalizing, it'll have your dinner guests begging for your secret recipe!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb skirt steak
- 1 cup salsa verde
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Skewers
Instructions
- Remove skirt steak from refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking to allow it to reach room temperature, which ensures even cooking.
- Pat the skirt steak dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, which helps achieve better searing and caramelization.
- Season both sides of the steak generously with salt and pepper, ensuring even coverage for maximum flavor.
- Preheat grill or grill pan to high heat (around 450-500°F) to create a perfect sear on the steak.
- Cut the skirt steak into 2-3 inch wide strips, making them easier to skewer and cook evenly.
- Thread the steak strips carefully onto skewers, leaving a small space between each piece to allow heat circulation.
- Grill the skewered steak for 3-4 minutes per side, aiming for medium-rare doneness with nice char marks.
- During the last minute of grilling, sprinkle shredded cheese over the skewers, allowing it to melt slightly.
- Remove skewers from heat and let rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
- Drizzle warm salsa verde over the cheese-topped skewers just before serving.
- Serve immediately, garnishing with additional fresh herbs or chopped cilantro if desired.
Tips
- Temperature is Key: Always let your skirt steak rest at room temperature before cooking to ensure even heat distribution and maximum tenderness.
- Moisture Management: Pat your steak completely dry before seasoning. This crucial step guarantees a perfect sear and beautiful caramelization.
- Seasoning Strategy: Don't be shy with salt and pepper—generous, even seasoning is the foundation of great flavor.
- High Heat is Your Friend: A blazing hot grill (450-500°F) creates those irresistible char marks and locks in juices.
- Skewering Pro Tip: Leave small spaces between meat pieces on skewers to allow proper heat circulation and even cooking.
- Cheese Melting Hack: Add cheese during the final minute of grilling for that perfect, slightly melted texture.
- Resting Ritual: Always let your meat rest for 5 minutes after grilling to redistribute those delicious juices.Bonus Tip: For an extra flavor punch, consider marinating your skirt steak for 2-4 hours before grilling to infuse additional depth and tenderness!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 5g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Cholesterol: 100mg
