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Carne Asada Recipe

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  • Author: ChefEmma
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus marinating time)
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes (plus marinating time)
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

A flavorful and juicy Mexican-style grilled steak marinated in citrus, garlic, and spices, perfect for tacos, burritos, or serving with rice and beans.


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 2 pounds flank or skirt steak
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 1/3 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup lime juice (about 2 limes)
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. In a bowl or large resealable bag, combine olive oil, soy sauce, lime juice, orange juice, garlic, jalapeño, cilantro, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add the steak and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor.
  3. Preheat grill or grill pan over high heat.
  4. Remove steak from marinade and let excess drip off. Grill for 5-7 minutes per side or until desired doneness is reached.
  5. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
  6. Serve with warm tortillas, salsa, guacamole, or your favorite sides.

Notes

  • Skirt steak has more fat and flavor, while flank steak is leaner—both work well.
  • Don’t skip the resting period before slicing to keep the steak juicy.
  • Can be cooked under a broiler if a grill is not available.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 4g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg