This summery beef dish is the perfect centrepiece for your outdoor entertaining

Seared beef with orange & chilli recipe

Ingredients

  • 1 ½kg piece skirt of beef
  • zest 2 oranges
  • 2 red chillies, deseeded and finely chopped
  • 2 shallots, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar

Method

  • Wipe the beef and put in a large food bag. Mix together all the remaining ingredients, then pour into the bag. Massage marinade into the beef, then put on a plate in the fridge for at least 2 hrs, or overnight if you have time.

  • Light the barbecue, allowing time for the coals to turn grey. Season the beef with salt and pepper, then cook for 8-10 mins on each side until well browned. Spoon over a little of the marinade as it cooks.

  • Remove the beef from the barbecue and set on a board. Cover tightly with foil and leave to rest for 10 mins. Cut the beef across the grain into slices.

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