grapefruit and habanero skirt steak
This is a great steak recipe. The result is not as spicy as the name may imply. The grilled salsa, however, can deliver a zesty kick. They papaya tenderizes the steak while the other components of the marinade add depth and flavor to the meat.
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prep time
10 Min
cook time
15 Min
method
Grill
yield
4-6 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 1 cup papaya, roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1 - habanero pepper, stemmed
- 3/4 cup grapefruit juice
- - kosher salt and black pepper
- 1 1/2 pounds flank steak
- GRILLED TOMATO SALSA
- 8 cloves garlic, peeled
- 3 - jalapeno peppers
- 4 - plum tomatoes, cored
- 1 - white onion, halved
- 1 cup cilantro leaves and stems, roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
How To Make grapefruit and habanero skirt steak
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Step 1Puree papaya and half the oil, plus habanero, grapefruit juice, slat and pepper in a blender into a smooth marinade.
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Step 2Pour marinade into gallon-sized resealable plastic bag.
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Step 3Add steak and seal bag. Marinade for 30-45 minutes but no longer.
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Step 4Reserve remaining marinade.
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Step 5Heat grill.
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Step 6Grill garlic, jalapenos, tomatoes and onions on hottest part of the grill, turning as needed, until charred in spots and tender.
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Step 7Allow vegetables to cool slightly.
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Step 8Peel jalapenos and transfer to blender along with garlic, tomatoes, and onions.
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Step 9Add remaining oil, plus cilantro, lime juice, salt and pepper. Pulse until chunky and transfer to nonreactive bowl.
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