Pacific Island Skirt Steaks Recipe

Name: Pacific Island Skirt Steaks
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Marinade; 1 small yellow onion, roughly chopped; 1/3 cup soy sauce; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice; 1/4 cup vegetable oil; 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar; 2 tablespoons minced garlic; 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice; Steaks; 2 (1 lb) skirt steaks, 1/2 inch thick; vegetable oil; fresh ground black pepper

Servings: persons

Marinade
1 small yellow onion, roughly chopped
1/3 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
Steaks
2 (1 lb) skirt steaks, 1/2 inch thick
vegetable oil
fresh ground black pepper

1
Make the marinade: in a bowl, whisk all the marinade ingredients together.
2
Cut each skirt steak into 8-10 inch pieces.
3
Place the steaks in a large zip-lock plastic bag and pour in marinade.
4
Press the air out of the bag and seal tightly; refrigerate for 1 hour, turning occasionally.
5
Remove steaks from the bag and discard the marinade.
6
Pat the steaks dry with paper towels; let steaks stand at room temperature for 20-30 minutes.
7
Lightly brush or spray both sides of the steaks with oil and season with pepper to taste.
8
Grill over Direct High heat until cooked to desired doneness, 4-6 minutes for medium-rare, turning once.
9
Remove from grill and let rest 2-3 minutes; slice thinly; serve warm.

329

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Protein

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Marinade, 1 small yellow onion, roughly chopped, 1/3 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Pacific Island Skirt Steaks falls under the General 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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Pacific Island Skirt Steaks

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Variations & substitutions

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