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Skirt Steaks with Red Onion Mojo

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Skirt Steaks with Red Onion Mojo

Skirt Steaks with Red Onion Mojo

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Equipment

  • Electric Skillet - Versatile for cooking meats at a controlled temperature, suitable for moist heat methods like braising or pan-frying.

  • Cast Iron Skillet - Offers even heating and excellent heat retention, ideal for searing steaks to lock in flavors.

  • Digital Thermometer - Ensures your skirt steak reaches the perfect internal temperature without guesswork.

  • Stainless Steel Frying Pan - For high-heat cooking methods like searing, offering good heat distribution and durability.

  • Kitchen Knife Set (including a boning knife) - Essential for trimming excess fat from the steak before cooking.

  • Cutting Board - A stable surface is crucial for safely preparing ingredients like onions and vegetables.

  • Grater (for grating red onion or garlic) - To easily incorporate fresh flavors into your mojo marinade or finishing sauce.

  • Food Processor (optional, for making the mojo marinade if desired) - Can help in quickly mixing all ingredients of the marinade.

  • Meat Tenderizer - Optional but useful for breaking down tougher cuts like skirt steak before cooking to achieve a more tender texture.

  • Serving Platter and Garnishes - To present your dish attractively, enhancing the overall dining experience.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups water

  • 3 cups coarsely chopped fresh cilantro (from about 2 large bunches)

  • 7 large garlic cloves, peeled

  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar

  • 3 tablespoons pickling spice

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano

  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin

  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt

  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper

  • 8 6- to 8-ounce skirt steaks

  • 2/3 cup vegetable oil, divided

  • Red-Onion Mojo

  • Fresh lime slices

Instructions

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Instruction 1

Preheat oven to 350°F. Combine first 9 ingredients in blender. Purée until marinade is almost smooth. Arrange steaks in 15x10x2-inch glass baking dish. Pour marinade over. Cover dish tightly with foil. Roast in oven 1 hour. Remove dish from oven; uncover and let steaks cool in marinade 2 hours. Cover and refrigerate in marinade overnight.
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Instruction 2

Remove steaks from marinade and pat dry with paper towels. Sprinkle steaks on both sides with salt and pepper. Pour 1/3 cup oil into each of 2 heavy large skillets; heat over high heat until oil is very hot. Add 4 steaks to each skillet and cook until crisp outside, about 3 minutes per side. Drain briefly on paper towels. Arrange steaks on platter; spoon Red-Onion Mojo over. Garnish with lime slices and serve.
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