Cook, basting the meat frequently with the marinade, about 2 minutes per side for medium-rare. Remove the meat and slice across the grain into thin strips. Transfer the skirt steak strips to a serving platter with any juice that has accumulated on the cutting board. F.Y.I. Chinese and Japanese sesame oils are especially fragrant and rich in flavor because they are pressed from toasted sesame seeds. Look for dark-colored sesame oils in glass bottles.
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If you don't have it, see if you can adjust your pepper mill to a coarse-grind setting. Top Tips Flank steak can be substituted for skirt steak in this recipe. Since flank steak is a thicker cut, the cooking time must be adjusted up. Like skirt steak, flank steak s best when served medium-rare.