Savory Skirt Steak with Fresh Tomato Salsa
Savor the quick, smoky allure of grilled skirt steak topped with a refreshing tomato salsa. A delightful dish that's quick to prepare for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ripe beefsteak tomatoes halved crosswise
- 0.25 medium red onion finely chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro coarsely chopped
- 2 tablespoons lime juice freshly squeezed
- 1 tablespoon chipotle pepper finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon chipotle adobo sauce plus more as needed
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 3 tablespoons avocado oil
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt divided
- 2 pounds skirt steak
Instructions
- Using a box grater, grate the flesh of the halved tomatoes into a bowl, savouring the fresh aroma as the juices collect beneath. Discard the skins.
- Mix in the chopped onion, cilantro, lime juice, chipotle pepper, adobo sauce, honey, and 3/4 teaspoon salt, stirring until flavors meld.
- Season the skirt steak with the remaining salt. Let it rest as you preheat your grill to a scorching 500°F.
- Grill the steak on high heat, capturing those picturesque grill marks within 3 minutes. Flip and cook to desired doneness, between 2-4 minutes more.
- After grilling, allow the steak to rest for 5 minutes. Slice against the grain to ensure tenderness, and top vigorously with the zesty tomato salsa.
Notes
This dish grills quickly and bursts with summer freshness, ideal for those evenings when time is of the essence but taste is paramount.