Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this Skirt Steak Ala Stove Top Grill Pan recipe—a quick, flavorful masterpiece that delivers smoky, tender bites in just 10 minutes of cook time! Marinated in a zesty blend of soy sauce, olive oil, garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, and fresh lime juice, this dish packs bold, restaurant-quality flavors straight from your stovetop. The secret is a scorching-hot grill pan, which sears the steak to perfection, creating beautiful char marks and locking in its juicy goodness. Finished with a squeeze of lime and optional fresh cilantro for a bright, aromatic touch, this recipe pairs perfectly with rice, roasted veggies, or a vibrant salad. Perfect for busy nights or a casual dinner party, this easy recipe is sure to impress steak lovers everywhere!
Place the skirt steak on a cutting board and trim any excess fat or silver skin. If the steak is too long to fit in your grill pan, cut it into more manageable pieces.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, minced garlic, black pepper, ground cumin, smoked paprika, and salt to create a marinade.
Place the steak in a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish and pour the marinade over the meat. Be sure the steak is fully coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish tightly and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours for more flavor.
Remove the steak from the refrigerator 20 minutes before cooking to allow it to come to room temperature.
Heat a stovetop grill pan over medium-high heat until it is very hot. Lightly oil the grill pan to prevent the steak from sticking.
Carefully remove the steak from the marinade and shake off any excess liquid. Discard the marinade.
Place the steak on the preheated grill pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes on one side, without moving it, to achieve nice grill marks. Flip the steak and cook for another 3-4 minutes on the other side for medium-rare. Adjust the cook time if you prefer your steak more well-done.
Remove the steak from the grill pan and place it on a cutting board. Squeeze the juice of one lime over the steak and tent it loosely with foil. Let it rest for 5-7 minutes to retain the juices.
Slice the steak thinly against the grain for maximum tenderness. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro if desired.
Serve the steak immediately as is or pair it with your favorite sides such as rice, roasted vegetables, or salad.
Calories |
2188 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 178.6 g | 229% | |
| Saturated Fat | 68.5 g | 342% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 507 mg | 169% | |
| Sodium | 3356 mg | 146% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.2 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 133.9 g | 268% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 182 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 15.4 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 1995 mg | 42% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.