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Grilled Arrachera with Charred Tomatoes & Jalapeños

Thin-cut skirt steak kissed with lime and garlic, seared hard on a hot grill until charred and juicy. Serve with grilled tomatoes and jalapeños for a authentic norteño dinner that feels like a restaurant hit.

Total time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
420
Protein
48g
Grilled Arrachera with Charred Tomatoes & Jalapeños
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Pat steak dry. Mix lime juice, garlic, 2 tbsp oil, salt, and pepper, then rub all over the meat.

  2. Step 2

    Heat grill to high (or cast iron skillet over high heat until smoking). Brush tomatoes and jalapeños with remaining oil, season with salt.

  3. Step 3

    Sear steak 2 minutes per side without moving. Center should stay pink; edges should char hard.

  4. Step 4

    Transfer steak to a plate and let rest 2 minutes. Grill tomatoes and jalapeños cut-side down until charred, ~3 minutes per side.

  5. Step 5

    Slice steak thin against the grain. Arrange on a plate with grilled tomatoes and jalapeños.

  6. Step 6

    Squeeze fresh lime juice over everything. Serve hot with warm tortillas or rice on the side.

Tools you’ll need

  • grill or 12-inch cast iron skillet
  • tongs
  • cutting board
  • sharp knife
  • small bowl

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