Description
Carne Asada is a flavorful Mexican grilled steak marinated in citrus, garlic, and spices, then seared to perfection—ideal for tacos, burritos, bowls, or served on its own.
Ingredients
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- 2 pounds flank or skirt steak
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/3 cup orange juice (about 1 orange)
- 1/4 cup lime juice (about 2 limes)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a bowl or zip-top bag, whisk together olive oil, orange juice, lime juice, garlic, cilantro, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Place steak in the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to overnight.
- Preheat grill or grill pan to high heat. Remove steak from marinade and let excess drip off.
- Grill steak for 4–6 minutes per side, depending on thickness and desired doneness.
- Remove from heat and let rest for 5–10 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
- Serve with tortillas, rice, beans, or use in tacos and burritos.
Notes
- For best results, marinate overnight to maximize flavor.
- If using a grill pan indoors, ensure it’s well-heated and lightly oiled.
- Leftovers can be used for salads, nachos, or quesadillas.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg