Grilled Skirt with Herbed Breadcrumbs and Bagna Cau

Name: Grilled Skirt with Herbed Breadcrumbs and Bagna Cauda Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds skirt steak, trimmed of excess fat; Kosher salt; Crushed red pepper; Extra-virgin olive oil; 1 clove garlic, smashed; 1 cup panko breadcrumbs; 1 tablespoon finely chopped oregano; 1 tablespoon finely chopped chives; 1 tablespoon finely chopped flat-leaf parsley; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 4 cloves garlic, smashed; 4 anchovy fillets; Juice of 1/2 lemon; 6 tablespoons butter, cut into pats

Servings: persons

2 pounds skirt steak, trimmed of excess fat
Kosher salt
Crushed red pepper
Extra-virgin olive oil
1 clove garlic, smashed
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon finely chopped oregano
1 tablespoon finely chopped chives
1 tablespoon finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
4 cloves garlic, smashed
4 anchovy fillets
Juice of 1/2 lemon
6 tablespoons butter, cut into pats

1
For the skirt steak: Sprinkle the steak with kosher salt and crushed red pepper.
2
Drizzle with oil and let sit for 30 to 40 minutes.
3
Coat a large saute pan with olive oil and add the smashed garlic and a pinch of crushed red pepper.
4
Sprinkle with salt.
5
Bring the pan to a medium-high heat and toss in the breadcrumbs.
6
Toss the breadcrumbs around until they start to get nice and brown and toasted.
7
Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the herbs.
8
Transfer the breadcrumbs to another container and reserve.
9
Wipe the pan out with a paper towel.
10
Preheat a grill.
11
For the bagna cauda sauce: Add the olive oil to the pan.
12
Toss in the garlic, anchovies and lemon juice and bring the pan to a medium heat stirring constantly.
13
When the anchovies have melted away, whisk in the butter 1 pat at a time until combined.
14
Taste the sauce to make sure it is delicious.
15
Keep warm until ready to use.
16
Place the skirt steak on the grill.
17
After 2 minutes rotate the steak 90 degrees to create grill marks and grill for 1 more minute.
18
Flip the steak and grill for 2 more minutes.
19
Remove from the grill and sprinkle liberally with the reserved breadcrumbs; let rest for 5 to 10 minutes.
20
Serve the steak drizzled with the bagna cauda sauce.

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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.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds skirt steak, trimmed of excess fat, Kosher salt, Crushed red pepper, Extra-virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Grilled Skirt with Herbed Breadcrumbs and Bagna Cauda Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Grilled Skirt with Herbed Breadcrumbs and Bagna Cauda Sauce

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