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How Long to Cook Steak Fajita Strips (Skirt or Flank, Sliced Against the Grain) in the grill

Specification: Marinated skirt or flank steak strips, seared in preheated cast iron skillet on direct grill grates

Target Temp
Heat Waves
450°F (232°C) Direct Skillet on Grill
Direct Flame
Total Time
Clock Time
5–7 mins
Total Cook Window
Flip Mark
Flip Action
3m
Turnover Point
Internal Safe Temp
Thermometer Probe
135°F (57°C)
USDA Safe Pull
COOK MODE
Live timer · flip prompt · target temp · rest stage
Start cook

3-Step Execution Protocol

1
Preheat & Prep

Preheat grill to 450°F (232°C) Direct Skillet on Grill. Clean and oil grates. Prepare steak fajita strips (skirt or flank, sliced against the grain) (Marinated skirt or flank steak strips, seared in preheated cast iron skillet on direct grill grates). Spray lightly with high-smoke-point oil.

2
Cook & Flip

Cook for 5–7 mins. Flip at the 3-minute mark for even browning.

3
Check & Rest

Strips are sizzling aggressively with blackened edges and medium-rare pink center Confirm internal temperature reaches 135°F (57°C). Rest for 4 minutes before serving.

Verification Basis & Testing Rig

Lodge Cast Iron Outdoor Cooking Guide & Beef Checkoff Guidelines

Pro Tip: Cooking fajita strips in an outdoor skillet on the grill keeps all the aromatic smoke outside while searing thin meat in 5 minutes.

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