If you're looking for another easy meal to add to your dinner rotation, this Grilled Skirt Steak Recipe is a great choice.
A simple marinade adds plenty of flavor, and the steak cooks in just minutes on a hot grill.
Be sure to visit my Summer Grilling Recipes collection for more easy recipes to help you make the most of grilling season.
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Recipe at a Glance
Prep: 10 min | Marinade: 2 hours |Grill: 10 min | Difficulty: Easy | Servings: 6
Main Ingredients: Skirt steak, Italian dressing, Worcestershire sauce, steak seasoning
Why You’ll Love It: A simple marinade adds flavor while the hot grill cooks the steak quickly for an easy family meal.
Best For: Summer cookouts, weeknight dinners, and casual outdoor entertaining.
Recipe Update
This Grilled Skirt Steak Recipe first appeared on the blog in 2012 and is getting a well-deserved refresh. While I'm still working on new photos, I've updated the post with a recipe card, cooking tips, and more helpful information to make the recipe even easier to follow.
Main Ingredients Needed
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Substitutions and Variations
Flank Steak: Substitute flank steak or flat iron steak for skirt steak and follow the same marinade and grilling instructions.
Homemade Marinade: Replace the Italian dressing with a mixture of olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, and Italian seasoning.
Extra Flavor: Add minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, or red pepper flakes to the marinade for a different flavor profile.
Indoor Cooking: Prepare the steak on a grill pan or cast iron skillet when outdoor grilling isn't an option.
Seasoning Options: Use Montreal steak seasoning, a smoky barbecue rub, or your favorite all-purpose seasoning blend in place of homemade steak seasoning.
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Step 1: Use paper towels to remove excess moisture from the skirt steak. Coat both sides evenly with steak seasoning.
Step 2: Combine the steak, Italian dressing, and Worcestershire sauce in a zip-top bag. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to soak into the meat.
Step 3: About 30 minutes before cooking, take the steak out of the refrigerator. Heat the grill to high.
Step 4: Lift the steak from the marinade and place it directly on the hot grill grates. Cook for about 4 to 5 minutes per side, depending on thickness.
Step 5: Move the steak to a cutting board and let it rest before slicing. Cut thin strips across the grain and serve warm.
Insider Tips from My Kitchen to Yours
✔️ DO let the steak rest for 10 minutes before slicing to help keep the juices in the meat.
❌ DO NOT slice the steak with the grain, or it can turn out chewy instead of tender.
Storage & Serving Tips
Refrigerate: Store leftover skirt steak in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Freezer: Wrap cooled steak tightly and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Serving Tips: Slice the steak thinly against the grain and serve with your favorite grilled vegetables, potatoes, or a fresh summer salad.
Leftovers: Looking for another meal idea? Use leftover steak to make my flavorful Steak Sandwich recipe.
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Grilled Skirt Steak Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 ½ - 2 pounds skirt steak
- 2 tablespoons steak seasoning
- ¾ cup Italian salad dressing
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
Method
- Pat the skirt steak dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with the steak seasoning.
- Place the steak in a large zip-top bag or shallow dish. Pour the Italian dressing and Worcestershire sauce over the steak. Turn to coat evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to 8 hours.
- Remove the steak from the refrigerator 30 minutes before grilling.
- Preheat the grill to high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade and discard the remaining marinade.
- Grill the steak for 3 to 5 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until the internal temperature reaches 130°F to 135°F for medium-rare.
- Transfer the steak to a cutting board and let it rest for 10 minutes.
- Slice thinly against the grain and serve immediately.
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Notes
Tips
- Marinate the skirt steak for at least 2 hours to help tenderize the meat and add flavor.
- Let the steak sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before grilling for more even cooking.
- After grilling, allow the steak to rest for 10 minutes and slice it thinly against the grain for the most tender bites.
Storage & Make Ahead
- Skirt steak can be marinated up to 8 hours in advance and kept covered in the refrigerator until ready to grill.
- Store leftover steak in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Enjoy leftovers cold in salads or reheat gently to prevent the meat from becoming tough.
ruthie says
That certainly looks tempting and I'm not a meat eater! My hubby would LOVE it, though!
Cheryl @ The Farmer's Daughter says
I love a good steak! We grill a lot in the hotter months and have steaks, pork or beef, pork burgers, hamburgers and hot dogs. Also, chicken breasts and kebobs. I love kebobs.
Okay, I'll quit now...I'm making myself hungry. Love seeing your family. Your sister is pretty...as are you!
Miss Jen says
YUM!! Everything looks amazing!!!!
xoxo
~Miss Jen
Debbie says
Well in my opinion steak is hard to beat! I love it. We have discovered a new place in San Diego that sells tri tip already marinated in some wonderful marinade, ready to grill. Oh my...it is sooo good! I really have to discipline myself not to eat too much of it. We had it on mother's day. You can seriously cut it with a fork. I love many things bbq'd, but that is probably my fav. Hope you have a good day!
Elena says
My husband is a steak lover. We did not have much steak growing up as my folks couldn't afford it. I do like steak but it is not my favorite. I think our favorite meal is salmon. We get salmon steaks make into round patties. They are not salmon patties but pure salmon meat. We eat them like hamburgers with all the fixings.
Angee @ Homemaking Merry Hearts says
Anything on the grill is wonderful in the summer...but one thing I always can't wait for is fresh yellow squash cooked on the grill until tender. We cut the squash in 1/2 and remove the seeds. Then baste with salt, pepper and butter. Grill until tender and then top with grated Parmesan cheese. Keep on grill until cheese is melted. It is SOOOO Yummy! 🙂
Paula says
Mmmm~ looks wonderful! Thanks for sharing your marinade, I'll definitely have to try that.
That was sweet that your mom fixed you hamburger while everyone else ate steak! 🙂
Debra says
I am a total steak lover now too. It makes me said for all those steaks I missed out in favor of hot dogs when I was a kid!
Sandra says
Oh I am with you, hubby and I love Skirt steak on the grill.
My kids aren't really into it, they would rather have hotdogs or hamburgers too LOL
Paula says
Gotta love grillin in the Summer! Sometimes Italian dressing is the best marinade there is. Love your posts!