Juicy Arrachera (Mexican Skirt Steak) Recipe
This savory, flavorful arrachera recipe uses a bold spice rub and quick citrus marinade for tender perfection.
Equipment
- Meat mallet
- Cast-iron skillet
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 pounds skirt steak sliced in half
- 2 tablespoons Mexican oregano
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 1/2 limes lime juice
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Pound skirt steak to 1/2 inch thickness with a meat mallet under plastic wrap.
- Rub steak with Mexican oregano, cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper, then add lime juice, garlic, and olive oil. Marinate for 10-90 minutes.
Cooking Steps
- Sear skirt steak in a hot cast-iron skillet for 2–3 minutes per side until medium-rare.
- Rest steak for 10 minutes, then slice against the grain.
Notes
Use Mexican oregano if possible for a distinct flavor. Preheat the skillet well to create a crust that locks in flavor.