Description
This Grilled Skirt Steak recipe features tender skirt steak seasoned simply with olive oil and kosher salt, grilled to perfection alongside blistered cherry tomatoes and creamy burrata cheese. Enhanced with garlic, fresh basil, and balsamic glaze, this dish offers a perfect balance of smoky, savory, and fresh flavors. Ideal for a summer cookout or a flavorful weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Skirt Steak
- 2 lbs skirt steak
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp kosher salt
For the Grilled Tomatoes and Toppings
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 2 balls burrata cheese, torn into smaller pieces
- 5 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
- 8 leaves basil, roughly chopped
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic glaze (or balsamic vinegar)
- ½ tsp kosher salt (for tomatoes)
- 1 tsp flaky sea salt (for finishing touch)
Instructions
- Preheat the grill: Begin by heating your grill to high heat to prepare for cooking the skirt steak and tomatoes.
- Prepare the steak: Pat the skirt steak dry on both sides with paper towels, brush each side with 1 teaspoon olive oil, and evenly sprinkle 1 teaspoon kosher salt on both sides.
- Grill the steak: Clean and oil the grill grates to prevent sticking. Place the steak over the hottest part of the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, checking until the internal temperature reaches 130-135ºF for medium-rare using an instant-read thermometer.
- Rest and slice the steak: Remove the steak from the grill and let it rest on a platter for 10-15 minutes to allow juices to redistribute. For easier slicing, cut the steak into approximately 6-inch pieces, then slice thinly against the grain for tenderness.
- Grill the tomatoes: In a sheet pan, toss the cherry tomatoes with ¼ cup olive oil and ½ teaspoon kosher salt. Place the pan on the grill alongside the steak and cook undisturbed for 5 minutes. Add the roughly chopped garlic, stir to combine, and cook for an additional 5 minutes until tomatoes blister and garlic turns golden brown.
- Assemble the dish: On the platter with sliced steak, add the grilled blistered tomatoes, torn burrata cheese, and chopped fresh basil leaves. Drizzle the leftover olive oil from the tomatoes onto the dish, then drizzle with 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze. Finish by sprinkling 1 teaspoon flaky sea salt over everything.
- Serve: Enjoy the grilled skirt steak and tomatoes with burrata alongside grilled bread or a fresh side salad for a complete meal.
Notes
- For perfect doneness, use an instant-read thermometer to avoid overcooking the skirt steak.
- Resting the steak is crucial to keep it juicy and tender.
- Make sure the grill grates are clean and well-oiled to prevent the steak from sticking.
- Balsamic glaze adds a sweet tangy finish but can be substituted with balsamic vinegar if needed.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with grilled bread or a crisp green salad for added freshness and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: grilled skirt steak, skirt steak recipe, grilled tomatoes, burrata cheese, summer grilling, easy steak recipe
