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Chef John's Mojo Marinated Beef
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PREP TIME
10 min
COOKING TIME
8 min
TOTAL TIME
138 min
SERVINGS
4 servings

Ingredients
- 2 pounds beef skirt steak
- 1 large navel orange, juiced
- 3 limes, juiced
- 1/4 cup olive oil, plus more for drizzling
- 6 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup fresh chopped cilantro
- 1 teaspoon coarse salt for finishing
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
1
Cut the skirt steaks into 3 or 4 smaller portions to make them more manageable in the marinade container.
2
Combine orange juice, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, cumin, pepper, oregano, and cayenne pepper in a large mixing bowl. Mix the ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
3
Place one portion of skirt steak at a time into the marinade, ensuring it's fully coated. Add sliced onions to the mixture and toss with the meat.
4
Transfer the marinade, meat, and onions into a resealable plastic bag. Remove any air from the bag, seal it tightly, and place it on a flat surface. Refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours.
5
Transfer the meat portions onto paper towel-lined baking sheets to drain excess moisture for a couple of minutes.
6
Cook over direct heat. Grill the first side of the meat for 3 to 4 minutes. Flip and grill the second side until the internal temperature reaches about 125 degrees F (53 degrees C). Check for a shiny, glossy surface indicating the meat's juices are rising to the surface; this indicates the meat is almost done. Transfer the cooked meat to a plate and allow it to rest for a few minutes.
7
Slice the meat into 1/2-inch thick slices and arrange them on a serving plate. Spoon the accumulated juices over the meat, followed by a drizzle of olive oil and sprinkling of coarse salt and chopped cilantro. Serve with lime wedges on the side.