Grilled Skirt Steak
This Grilled Skirt Steak delivers 26g protein and 242 calories per serving, stretched across 8 portions for maximum batch efficiency. Quick stovetop searing locks in protein-to-calorie ratio without breading or added fats. Scale this across multiple prep days to maintain lean beef in your weekly rotation while minimizing cooking frequency.
Ingredients
- •Beef Skirt Steak(907g)
- •1 teaspoon kosher salt
- •½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- •Olive oil(60g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Soy Sauce, Low Sodium(80g)
- •Garlic(10g)
- •Red pepper flakes(5g)
Instructions
- 1Pat the steak dry and season all over with the salt and pepper. In a shallow baking dish, combine the olive oil, soy sauce, garlic, and red pepper flakes. Add the steak and turn to coat. Let rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- 2Preheat the grill on high. Brush the grates with olive oil.
- 3Remove the steak from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip off, and place on the grill. Cook until charred and the internal temperature of the steak reads 130°F on an instant-read thermometer for medium-rare, 3 to 4 minutes per side.
- 4Transfer the steak to a cutting board and let rest for 10 minutes. Thinly slice the steak against the grain.
- 5Arrange the sliced steak on a platter and serve with the chimichurri alongside.
Nutrition — Per Serving
242
calories
26g
protein
14g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 2g
- Saturated fat
- 6.8g
- Sodium
- 409 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 0.3g
8 servings per batch · ~133g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Grilled Skirt Steak have per serving?
Each serving contains 26g of protein and 242 calories with 14g fat and 2g carbs, delivering high protein density from a flavorful cut. The 8 servings per batch make this efficient for spreading across multiple meals throughout the week.
How long does Grilled Skirt Steak take to prep?
This quick prep recipe yields 8 servings in a single stovetop batch, maximizing meal prep efficiency with minimal active cooking time. Skirt steak cooks fast when sliced correctly, getting you from raw to portioned in under 15 minutes total.
Is Grilled Skirt Steak good for muscle gain?
At 26g protein and 242 calories per serving, skirt steak is a nutrient-dense choice for muscle gain phases where you need quality protein from whole foods. The higher fat content supports hormone production while the protein fuels muscle protein synthesis post-workout.
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