Description
This Carne Asada recipe delivers tender, flavorful grilled steak perfect for tacos, burritos, or served over rice. Marinated in a zesty blend of citrus juices, cilantro, and spices, this dish is a Mexican cuisine favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
Marinade:
- 2 pounds flank or skirt steak
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/3 cup fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl or large zip-top bag, combine olive oil, lime juice, orange juice, cilantro, garlic, jalapeño, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Add the steak and coat well. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably 6 to 8 hours or overnight.
- Grill the Steak: Preheat grill over medium-high heat. Remove steak from marinade, grill for 5 to 7 minutes per side for desired doneness. Rest for 5 to 10 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
Notes
- Carne asada is versatile and great for various dishes.
- Watch cooking time closely to avoid overcooking skirt steak.
- Leftover carne asada works well in salads or quesadillas.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
