Grilled Skirt Steak Recipe with Cocoa Spice Rub
When you season your steak with a sweet and spicy dry rub, Grilled Skirt Steak Recipe with Cocoa Spice Rub will be a hit at dinner tonight. Our Cocoa Spice Rub adds the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors to this grilled steak recipe.
Servings: 8
Calories: 191kcal
Ingredients
- 2 Tbs. packed dark brown sugar
- 1 Tbs. unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 Tbs. chili powder
- 1 1/4 tsp. kosher salt
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper
- 2 lbs. beef skirt steak
Instructions
- Combine brown sugar, cocoa powder, chili powder, kosher salt, garlic powder and cayenne.
- Rub both sides of skirt steak with Cocoa Spice Rub and let stand 30 minutes at room temperature.
- Meanwhile brush grill grates with oil and preheat grill for direct heat grilling.
- Grill steaks until desired doneness, turning once. Meat thermometer will register 145F for medium-rare.
- Let stand 5 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Makes 8 servings.
Swirls of Flavor Recipe Tips
- Like it a little spicier? Increase cayenne pepper to 1/4 teaspoon
- Make this recipe with flank steak or London broil
- Cook under the broiler instead of on the grill
Nutrition
Calories: 191kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 71mg | Sodium: 391mg | Potassium: 367mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 338IU | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 2mg