Chef John's Grilled Mojo Beef
Chef John's Grilled Mojo Beef features skirt steak soaked in a lively Cuban-style mojo of citrus, garlic, cumin, and oregano that sears beautifully over hot coals. The meat emerges juicy, tangy, and warmly spiced, finished with a drizzle of olive oil, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime. Ideal for a backyard cookout or a weeknight grill, it delivers bold flavor in every slice.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook8 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Cut the skirt steaks into about 3 or 4 smaller pieces so they fit more easily in the marinade dish.
- 2
Whisk the orange juice, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, cumin, pepper, oregano, and cayenne pepper together in a large bowl. Add the skirt steak pieces, one at a time, to the marinade to coat them thoroughly. Add the sliced onions and toss with the meat.
- 3
Transfer the mixture and marinade to a resealable plastic bag. Press out the air, seal the bag, and set it on a dish. Refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours.
- 4
Move the pieces of meat to a paper towel-lined rimmed sheet pan to drain for a couple of minutes.
- 5
Cook over hot coals. Grill the first side for 3 to 4 minutes. Turn and grill the second side until the internal temperature is about 125 degrees F (53 degrees C). Watch for a shiny, glossy surface showing the meat juices coming to the top, which indicates it is nearly done. Transfer to a plate and let the meat rest for a few minutes.
- 6
Slice into 1/2-inch slices and arrange on a serving plate. Spoon the accumulated juices over the meat. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with coarse salt and chopped cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.
- Calories 688.28 kcal High
- Protein 80.36 g Good Source
- Carbs 16.1 g Moderate
- Total Fat 32.71 g High
- Saturated Fat 9.14 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 204.1 mg High
- Sodium 165.03 mg Moderate
- Fiber 2.18 g Low Source
- Sugar 6.8 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 62.05 mg Low Source
- Iron 8.86 mg Good Source
- Potassium 1036.25 mg Good Source
- Vitamin A 36.07 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 31.76 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Chef John's Grilled Mojo Beef is a Cuban dinner recipe made with 14 ingredients. It takes about 18 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Coarse Salt, and Dried Oregano. Each serving provides about 688.28 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Chef John's Grilled Mojo Beef?
- It is a Cuban recipe made with 14 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Chef John's Grilled Mojo Beef made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Coarse Salt, Dried Oregano, Fresh Cilantro. The full list of 14 is above.
- What goes well with Chef John's Grilled Mojo Beef?
- Explore these Cuban side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Chef John's Grilled Mojo Beef?
- About 18 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 8 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 688.28 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Chef John's Grilled Mojo Beef easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 14 ingredients and 6 steps.
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