Description
Carne Asada is a flavorful Mexican grilled steak marinated in citrus and spices, then seared to perfection. It’s ideal for tacos, burritos, or served on its own.
Ingredients
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- 2 pounds flank or skirt steak
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and chopped
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, lime juice, orange juice, garlic, jalapeño, cilantro, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Place steak in a large resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over the meat. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- Preheat grill to high heat.
- Remove steak from marinade and let excess drip off. Grill steak for about 5-7 minutes per side or until desired doneness is reached.
- Let the steak rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
- Serve hot with tortillas, salsa, or your choice of sides.
Notes
- Marinate the steak overnight for the best flavor.
- Flank or skirt steak works best due to their texture and ability to absorb marinade.
- Let the steak rest before slicing to retain juices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg