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Zesty Skirt Steak Marinade with Orange Juice

A vibrant marinade that infuses skirt steak with zesty flavors from fresh orange juice and spices, perfect for grilling.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Marinade Ingredients
  • 1 cup fresh orange juice preferably from 2-3 oranges
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce low sodium recommended
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional for heat
  • 2 pounds skirt steak trimmed

Method
 

Prepare the Marinade
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the orange juice, soy sauce, olive oil, minced garlic, honey, cumin, black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes until well combined.
  2. Place the skirt steak in a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over the steak, ensuring it is well coated.
  3. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight for maximum flavor.
Cook the Steak
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Remove the steak from the marinade and discard the marinade.
  3. Grill the steak for about 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness is reached.
  4. Let the steak rest for 5 minutes before slicing against the grain.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gSugar: 5g

Notes

Serve with grilled vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

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