Grilled Skirt Steak with Smoky Almond Sauce Recipe

Name: Grilled Skirt Steak with Smoky Almond Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 ounce ancho chiles, stemmed and seeded; Boiling water; 2 large garlic cloves, sliced; 1/2 cup toasted pumpkin seeds; 1/4 cup almond butter; 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar; 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for the pan; Salt; Freshly ground pepper; 1 1/2 pounds skirt steak, cut into 5-inch lengths

Servings: persons

1
In a heatproof bowl, cover the anchos with boiling water and let stand for 15 minutes.
2
Drain the chiles, discarding any seeds and stems, and coarsely chop.
3
In a food processor, pulse the chiles and garlic until finely chopped.
4
Add the pumpkin seeds, almond butter, vinegar and 1/2 cup of warm water; pulse to a coarse paste.
5
With the machine on, add the 1/2 cup of oil in a steady stream.
6
Season with salt and pepper.
7
Scrape the almond sauce into a bowl; don't worry if the oil separates.
8
Preheat a grill pan and oil the pan.
9
Season the steak with salt and pepper and grill over high heat for about 6 minutes, turning once, until lightly charred.
10
Let the steak rest, then thinly slice across the grain and serve with the almond sauce.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 ounce ancho chiles, stemmed and seeded, Boiling water, 2 large garlic cloves, sliced, 1/2 cup toasted pumpkin seeds, and more.

Yes, Grilled Skirt Steak with Smoky Almond Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

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Grilled Skirt Steak with Smoky Almond Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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