We like to prepare these steaks in the broiler throughout the winter months, but you can also prepare them any time on an outdoor grill or in a grill pan.

　　

Ingredients

serves 4

　　2 teaspoons chili powder

　　1 teaspoon ground coriander

　　1 teaspoon light brown sugar

　　1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

　　Coarse salt and fresh ground pepper

　　1 1/4 to 1 1/2 pounds beef skirt steak, cut into 4 pieces

　　1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil

　　

Romaine Heart Salad with Creamy Chili Dressing

1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream

　　2 tablespoons light mayonnaise

　　2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

　　1 teaspoon chili powder

　　Coarse salt and fresh ground pepper

　　2 heads romaine lettuce

　　1/4 cup chopped scallions

　　

Step 1

Heat the broiler with the rack 4 inches from the heat. In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, coriander, sugar, oregano, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Coat the steaks evenly on both sides with the oil, then the spice mixture, patting to help the mixture adhere.

　　

Step 2

Place the steaks on a rimmed baking sheet or broiler pan. Broil the steaks, without turning, until medium-rare, 5 to 8 minutes, depending on the thickness. Transfer the steaks to a large platter and cover with aluminum foil; let rest for 10 minutes.

　　

Step 3

Remove foil and divide steaks among 4 serving plates. Drizzle with any accumulated juices from the platter.

　　

Romaine Heart Salad with Creamy Chili Dressing

Step 4

In a medium bowl, place the sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and chili powder; season with salt and pepper. Whisk to combine. Remove the dark outer leaves from each head of romaine, leaving the heart; place leaves in a plastic bag lined with a paper towel and refrigerate for another use. Slice the hearts in half lengthwise. Place one half on each plate; top with the dressing. Sprinkle with the scallions and serve.

　　Reprinted with permission from Everyday Food: Great Food Fast by Martha Stewart Living Magazine. Copyright © 2007 by Martha Stewart Living Magazine. Published by Crown Publishing Group. All Rights Reserved.Martha Stewart Living magazine was first published in 1990. Over the years, more than two dozen books have been published by the magazine's editors.Martha Stewart is the author of dozens of best-selling books on cooking, entertaining, gardening, weddings, and decorating. She is the host of The Martha Stewart Show, the successful daily syndicated television show.