Description
Elevate your grilling game with this Skirt Steak Marinade with Chimichurri. This recipe combines the rich, savory flavor of skirt steak with a vibrant chimichurri sauce, creating an irresistible dish perfect for summer barbecues, family dinners, or any occasion that calls for delicious grilled meat. The marinade is simple yet packed with bold flavors, including garlic, red wine vinegar, and fresh herbs. After marinating, the steak is grilled to perfection and topped with homemade chimichurri, adding a zesty kick that will leave your taste buds dancing. Serve it alongside grilled vegetables or a quinoa salad for a complete meal that impresses!
Ingredients
- Skirt Steak
- Olive Oil
- Fresh Parsley
- Garlic Cloves
- Red Wine Vinegar
- Red Pepper Flakes
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, red wine vinegar, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to create the marinade.
- Place skirt steak in a resealable bag or dish; pour half of the marinade over it. Seal and refrigerate for at least one hour (overnight for better flavor).
- For chimichurri sauce, mix chopped parsley with minced garlic, additional red wine vinegar, olive oil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F/200°C) and lightly oil grates.
- Remove skirt steak from the marinade (discard leftover marinade) and grill for about 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare doneness.
- Let the steak rest for five minutes before slicing against the grain. Drizzle generously with chimichurri before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Argentinian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Choose high-quality skirt steak for optimal flavor and tenderness. For more intense flavor, marinate overnight. Serve chimichurri on other grilled meats or veggies for added versatility.