Skirt steak
Arrachera is a very popular cut of beef in Mexico, especially for grilling. This cut is known for its tenderness and intense flavour, and it is a key ingredient in dishes like arrachera tacos. Its preparation often includes marinades and is served with spicy salsas.
Estimated retail price
~£9.99 / 500g
Typical price at UK Mexican grocers
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How it's used in Mexican cooking
Skirt steak, part of the meats section of the Mexican pantry, appears in 7 recipes in our collection, including Northern-Style Grilled Beef (Carne Asada), Carne Asada a la Tampiqueña (Tampico-Style Grilled Steak) and Marinated Skirt Steak. Each recipe shows step by step how it is added, in what quantity and which other ingredients it is paired with — the most reliable guide to how it is actually used in Mexican cooking.
Recipes with Skirt steak
StewsNorthern-Style Grilled Beef (Carne Asada)
MeatsCarne Asada a la Tampiqueña (Tampico-Style Grilled Steak)
MeatsMarinated Skirt Steak
TacosTacos al Carbón (Charcoal-Grilled Steak Tacos)
Street FoodBurrito Percherón (Giant Hermosillo Burrito)
TacosMarinated Skirt Steak Tacos (Tacos de Arrachera)
TacosSonoran Grilled Beef Tacos with Guacamole
Frequently asked questions
How many recipes use Skirt steak?
Skirt steak is used in 7 recipes in our collection, such as Northern-Style Grilled Beef (Carne Asada) and Carne Asada a la Tampiqueña (Tampico-Style Grilled Steak). The full list, with a photo and link for each recipe, is on this page.
Where can I buy Skirt steak in the UK?
You can buy Skirt steak online via the Amazon link on this page, or look for it at Latin American grocers in the UK.
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