How Long to Cook Skirt Steak (Outside Skirt, Whole Piece) in the oven

Specification: 1.5 lb outside skirt steak, seasoned and arranged in single layer on preheated broiler pan

Target Temp

500°F (260°C) Broil

Radiant Heat

Total Time

6–8 mins

Total Cook Window

Flip Mark

Turnover Point

Internal Safe Temp

130°F (54°C) (medium-rare)

USDA Safe Pull

COOK MODE

Live timer · flip prompt · target temp · rest stage

Start cook

3-Step Execution Protocol

Preheat & Prep

Preheat oven to 500°F (260°C) Broil. Prepare skirt steak (outside skirt, whole piece) (1.5 lb outside skirt steak, seasoned and arranged in single layer on preheated broiler pan). Spray lightly with high-smoke-point oil.

Cook & Flip

Cook for 6–8 mins. Flip at the 4-minute mark for even browning.

Check & Rest

Edges are crisped and blackened with deep caramelized ridges across the coarse grain Confirm internal temperature reaches 130°F (54°C) (medium-rare). Rest for 8 minutes before serving.

Verification Basis & Testing Rig

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Pro Tip: Skirt steak is thin and overcooks rapidly; broil on maximum heat to get deep Maillard char in under 8 minutes without overcooking the center.

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