Carne Asada Marinade
Transform your steak into a flavor-packed masterpiece with this zesty and robust Carne Asada Marinade. Bursting with the tangy notes of fresh orange and lime juice, the umami-rich depth of soy sauce, and the earthy warmth of cumin, smoked paprika, and oregano, this marinade is the ultimate seasoning for tender, smoky carne asada. A touch of olive oil ensures a juicy finish, while chopped cilantro, minced garlic, and jalapeño add layers of freshness and a subtle kick. Perfect for flank or skirt steak, this easy-to-make marinade takes just 10 minutes to prepare and works wonders when left to infuse for 6-8 hours. Fire up the grill or heat your skillet — this carne asada marinade promises bold, authentic flavors that will elevate your cookout game.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Orange juice
- 0.25 cup Lime juice
- 0.25 cup Soy sauce
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 0.25 cup Cilantro, chopped
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pepper Jalapeño, seeded and minced
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Oregano
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the orange juice, lime juice, soy sauce, and olive oil. Whisk together until well mixed.
Add the chopped cilantro, minced garlic, and minced jalapeño to the bowl.
Sprinkle in the ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Stir the mixture thoroughly to ensure the spices are evenly dispersed throughout the marinade.
Place the steak (flank or skirt steak recommended) into a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish.
Pour the marinade over the steak, ensuring it is fully coated on all sides.
Seal the bag or cover the dish, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably 6-8 hours for optimal flavor infusion.
Remove the steak from the marinade and discard the excess liquid.
Cook the steak according to your preferred method, such as grilling or pan-searing, until it reaches your desired doneness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
679 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.3 g | 75% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.8 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4733 mg | 206% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.2 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.9 g | ||
| Protein | 10.1 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 134 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 856 mg | 18% | |
*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.
