Carne Asada
Savor the vibrant flavors of Carne Asada, a quintessential Mexican dish featuring perfectly grilled flank steak marinated to tender perfection. This recipe combines zesty lime and orange juices, earthy cumin, smoky chili powder, and a hint of spice from fresh jalapeño to create a marinade bursting with complexity. With minimal prep time and a quick grilling process, this dish is an ideal choice for busy weeknights or lively gatherings. Serve it thinly sliced against the grain with your favorite accompaniments like warm tortillas, fresh guacamole, or zesty pico de gallo for a complete feast. Whether enjoyed as a main course or the star of your tacos, Carne Asada is guaranteed to wow your taste buds with its bold, smoky, and citrus-forward profile. This easy yet impressive recipe is perfect for anyone craving authentic Mexican flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Flank steak
- 0.5 cup Lime juice
- 0.25 cup Orange juice
- 0.25 cup Soy sauce
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 0.5 cup Cilantro, chopped
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 Jalapeño, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the lime juice, orange juice, soy sauce, olive oil, cilantro, garlic, jalapeño, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
Place the flank steak in a large resealable plastic bag or dish and pour the marinade over the steak. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
Preheat an outdoor grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat.
Remove the steak from the marinade and allow any excess to drip off. Discard the remaining marinade.
Place the steak on the grill and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until the meat reaches your desired level of doneness.
Remove the steak from the grill and let it rest for about 5 minutes.
Slice the steak thinly against the grain and serve immediately with your favorite sides.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2808 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 184.7 g | 237% | |
| Saturated Fat | 54.3 g | 272% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 826 mg | 275% | |
| Sodium | 5353 mg | 233% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.8 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.2 g | ||
| Protein | 266.3 g | 533% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 127 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 24.7 mg | 137% | |
| Potassium | 3073 mg | 65% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
