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Skirt Steak with Pineapple Salsa

Juicy and richly season steak topped with a sweet and sour pineapple salsa makes for a quick, easy, and flavorful meal. Kiwi makes an excellent variation. You can also grill the steak rather than broil it. This seasoning and salsa is also excellent on pork tenderloin.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword beef, dairy-free, dinner, easy, egg-free, fast, lunch, main, nightshade-free, nut-free, pineapple, salsa, skirt steak, steak
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 2
Calories 394kcal
Author Jenny Ross

Ingredients

Steak

  • 1 pound skirt steak or flank steak use flank steak for lowest fat
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons gluten-free soy sauce or 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
  • 1/2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce make sure it’s gluten-free
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons monk fruit golden, omit if using coconut aminos
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder omit for nightshade-free
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika omit for nightshade-free
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper fresh ground
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/8 teaspoon baking soda helps with browning and tenderness

Salsa

  • 1/2 cup pineapple finely diced (kiwi works well here too)
  • 1/4 red bell pepper finely diced, omit for nightshade-free
  • 1/2 jalapeño minced, omit for nightshade-free
  • 1 tablespoon red onion minced
  • 2 tablespoons cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1/2 lemon, or more to taste
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and then rub with a bit of avocado oil to prevent sticking. Lay the steak on top and season with the Worcestershire sauce and soy. Combine the remaining seasonings in a bowl and then sprinkle over the steak. Be sure to season both sides.
  • Broil on high in a preheated broiler for 3-4 minutes per side. Remove from oven and allow the steaks to rest for 10 minutes before slicing against the grain.
  • While the steak cooks, prepare the salsa. Combine all salsa ingredients and stir to coat everything evenly. Taste and adjust the seasoning as desired. This can be made a day ahead.
  • Serve the steak with the salsa and garnish with more cilantro, if desired.

Notes

Nutrition without nightshades: Calories: 385 cal, Carbs: 8g, Fiber: 1g, Fat: 17g, Protein: 51g
Nutrition for the skirt steak alone: Calories: 365 cal, Carbs: 3g, Fiber: 1g, Fat: 17g, Protein: 51g
Nutrition for salsa alone: Calories: 29 cal, Carbs: 7g, Fiber: 1g, Fat: 1g, Protein: 1g

Nutrition

Calories: 394kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 51g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 143mg | Sodium: 1323mg | Potassium: 863mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1000IU | Vitamin C: 45mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 5mg