Flank Steak vs Skirt Steak

A side-by-side guide to substituting Skirt Steak for Flank Steak (or vice versa).

Quick answer

Skirt Steak works as a 1:1 swap for Flank Steak in most recipes.

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Flank Steak

Base unit: lb

Read the full guide: Flank Steak

Skirt Steak

Conversion: 1:1 substitution (use the same amount)

Tags: common

Notes: Nearly identical flavor and texture; slightly fattier with visible grain. Cook same way; slice against the grain.

Read the full guide: Skirt Steak

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When to use Skirt Steak instead of Flank Steak

Nearly identical flavor and texture; slightly fattier with visible grain. Cook same way; slice against the grain. The conversion is 1:1 substitution (use the same amount).

Common questions

Can I substitute Skirt Steak for Flank Steak?

Yes — Nearly identical flavor and texture; slightly fattier with visible grain. Cook same way; slice against the grain. Ratio: 1:1 substitution (use the same amount).

What's the conversion ratio for Flank Steak to Skirt Steak?

1:1 substitution (use the same amount). For other quantities, use the SubSwap calculator.

Are Flank Steak and Skirt Steak interchangeable?

They are similar in most uses, but Nearly identical flavor and texture; slightly fattier with visible grain..

Is Skirt Steak a better substitute than other options for Flank Steak?

Skirt Steak is one of the options SubSwap lists for Flank Steak. The 'best' choice depends on your recipe — see the full list of Flank Steak substitutes.

Looking for more Flank Steak substitutes beyond Skirt Steak?

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