Grilled Brazilian Garlic-Lime Skirt Steak

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Juicy skirt steak marinated in a zesty garlic and lime blend, grilled to smoky perfection, inspired by Brazilian churrasco traditions. This Brazilian-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs skirt steak, garlic cloves, fresh lime juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Brazilian cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 4 minced garlic cloves, 3 tbsp fresh lime juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1.5 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper to create a marinade.
  2. Step 2: Place 1.5 lbs skirt steak in a shallow dish and pour marinade over it, turning to coat all sides evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably 4 hours for maximum flavor.
  3. Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 450°F). Remove steak from marinade and let excess drip off.
  4. Step 4: Grill the steak for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness, allowing the edges to char slightly for smoky flavor.
  5. Step 5: Transfer steak to a cutting board and rest for 5 minutes. Slice thinly against the grain and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.

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