Grilled Skirt Steak in Lettuce Leaves / Soy - Ginger Dipping Sau Recipe

Name: Grilled Skirt Steak in Lettuce Leaves / Soy - Ginger Dipping Sau
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: bamboo skewer; 3 lbs skirt steaks, cleaned and trimmed of fat; 1 cup soy sauce; 4 limes, juice of; 1 (6 ounce) can pineapple juice; 1 small sliced onion; salt and pepper, to taste; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh peeled gingerroot; 1 teaspoon chopped garlic; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; ½ cup white vinegar; 1 bunch scallion; 3 heads butter lettuce; 4 sprigs Thai basil, plus additional; Thai basil, for garnish; 4 sprigs fresh cilantro, plus additional; fresh cilantro, for garnish

Servings: persons

bamboo skewer
3 lbs skirt steaks, cleaned and trimmed of fat
1 cup soy sauce
4 limes, juice of
1 (6 ounce) can pineapple juice
1 small sliced onion
salt and pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh peeled gingerroot
1 teaspoon chopped garlic
2 tablespoons brown sugar
½ cup white vinegar
1 bunch scallion
3 heads butter lettuce
4 sprigs Thai basil, plus additional
Thai basil, for garnish
4 sprigs fresh cilantro, plus additional
fresh cilantro, for garnish

1
Begin by soaking the skewers in water for 20 minutes to prevent them from igniting when placed on the grill.
2
With a boning knife, trim any visible fat on the skirt steak.
3
Then, cutting on a bias, slice against the grain in 3-inch strips and set aside in a plastic storage container.
4
For the marinade, combine in a large bowl 3/4 cup of the soy sauce, the juice of 2 limes, the pineapple juice, and the sliced onion.
5
Mix well, season with salt and pepper, and pour over the beef.
6
Allow this to marinate in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
7
Remove the beef from the marinade, and skewer with the bamboo.
8
For the dipping sauce, in a small bowl combine the remaining 1/4 cup soy sauce, the ginger, garlic, sugar, juice of the remaining 2 limes, the vinegar, and scallions.
9
Check the seasoning, and transfer to a small serving bowl.
10
Light the grill or preheat the oven to 375F.
11
To serve, grill or bake the skewers on a hot grill for about 1 minute on each side, and allow to cool.
12
On a large platter, lay out the butter lettuce leaves, then on each leaf, place a few basil and cilantro leaves.
13
Rest the skewers of beef on the leaves.
14
Have each guest grab a leaf, remove the skewer, and enjoy with the dipping sauce.

1136

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

101

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: bamboo skewer, 3 lbs skirt steaks, cleaned and trimmed of fat, 1 cup soy sauce, 4 limes, juice of, and more.

Yes, Grilled Skirt Steak in Lettuce Leaves / Soy - Ginger Dipping Sau falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Grilled Skirt Steak in Lettuce Leaves / Soy - Ginger Dipping Sau

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