Marinated Grilled Skirt Steak for Fajitas
This recipe guides you through preparing perfectly marinated and grilled skirt steak, ideal for fajitas. The steak is tenderized with a flavorful marinade, grilled to perfection with charred grill marks, and rested for ultimate juiciness. Perfect for tacos, fajitas, or enjoying on its own!
Equipment
- 1 Grill
Ingredients
- 5 lb Skirt Steak Trimmed
- 1 cup Orange Juice
- 1 cup Pineapple Juice
- 0.5 cup Avocado Oil
- 0.5 cup Soy Sauce
- 1 tbsp Garlic Minced
- 1 tbsp Salt Morton Course Kosher Salt
- 1 tbsp Cumin Ground
- 1 tbsp Black Pepper Ground
- 1 tbsp Oregano Dried
- 1 tbsp Chipotle Powder
- 1 tbsp Smoke Paprika
- 1 cup Onions Sliced
- 1 cup Bell Peppers Sliced
Instructions
- Here’s a more concise and polished version of your instructions:
- Trim any remaining silverskin and fat from the steaks.
- Combine all marinade ingredients in a bowl.
- Place the beef and marinade in a 2.5-gallon ziplock bag. Massage the bag to ensure the meat is fully coated.
- Lay the bag flat on the refrigerator's bottom shelf, ensuring no ready-to-eat foods are stored below. Refrigerate for 24 hours, flipping the bag every 6-12 hours for even marination.
- Preheat the grill to medium and the oven to 350°F.
- Grill the beef for 3-4 minutes per side, turning 90° after 1-2 minutes to create grill marks. Repeat for the other side.
- Once grill marks are golden brown, remove the beef from the grill, cover with foil, and let it rest for 30 minutes.
Notes
- Choose Quality Steak: Look for well-marbled skirt steak for maximum flavor and tenderness. Trim any excess silverskin or fat before marinating.
- Marinade Timing: While 24 hours is ideal for deep flavor, even 6-8 hours can yield great results if you're short on time.
- Even Marination: Flipping the bag regularly ensures all parts of the steak absorb the marinade evenly.
- Grill Temperature: Medium heat is perfect for skirt steak to avoid overcooking while achieving beautiful grill marks.
- Resting is Key: Allowing the steak to rest under foil helps redistribute juices for a tender, juicy result.
- Slicing Tip: Always slice the steak against the grain in thin strips for fajitas. This ensures every bite is tender and easy to chew.
- Serving Suggestions: Pair with warm tortillas, sautéed peppers and onions, and your favorite toppings like guacamole, sour cream, and salsa for a full Tex-Mex experience.
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