Carne Asada Sandwiches with Chipotle Mayonnaise
Bold, zesty, and packed with mouthwatering layers of flavor, these Carne Asada Sandwiches with Chipotle Mayonnaise are a must-try for taco night lovers seeking a creative twist. Tender, marinated skirt steak is grilled to perfection, delivering smoky citrus notes from a robust marinade of orange juice, lime, soy sauce, and spices. Slathered with a creamy and smoky chipotle mayo, these sandwiches are built on toasted baguettes or sandwich rolls and stacked high with crisp lettuce, fresh tomatoes, and crunchy red onions. Customize with a garnish of cilantro for a fresh finish, and you have the ultimate handheld feast. Perfect for an easy dinner, game day, or weekend cookout, this recipe combines bold Mexican-inspired flavors with hearty sandwich convenience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Skirt steak or flank steak
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 0.333 cup Orange juice
- 2 tbsp Lime juice
- 2 tbsp Soy sauce
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 1 tsp Smoked paprika
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1 tsp Fresh lime juice (for mayo)
- 4 Baguette or sandwich rolls
- 2 tbsp Butter (optional, for toasting rolls)
- 0.5 Red onions, thinly sliced
- 2 Tomatoes, sliced
- 4 Lettuce leaves
- 0.25 cup Cilantro leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a bowl, prepare the marinade by whisking together olive oil, orange juice, lime juice, soy sauce, minced garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Place the skirt steak in a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the steak, ensuring it’s fully coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour (or up to 8 hours for stronger flavor).
While the steak marinates, prepare the chipotle mayonnaise. Combine the mayonnaise, 1 chipotle pepper (finely minced or blended), and 1 teaspoon lime juice in a small bowl. Taste and adjust the spice level as needed. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade and let excess marinade drip off. Grill the steak for 3-5 minutes per side, depending on the desired doneness. Rest the steak on a cutting board for 5 minutes before thinly slicing against the grain.
Cut your baguette or sandwich rolls in half. Optional: Spread butter on the cut sides and lightly toast on a skillet or grill until golden.
Assemble your sandwiches. Spread a generous layer of chipotle mayonnaise on both sides of the bread. Layer with sliced steak, red onions, tomatoes, lettuce leaves, and cilantro (if using).
Serve immediately and enjoy the flavorful carne asada sandwiches with a side of chips or salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3486 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 189.7 g | 243% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.3 g | 232% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 521 mg | 174% | |
| Sodium | 6493 mg | 282% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 286.8 g | 104% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.6 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.9 g | ||
| Protein | 163.0 g | 326% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 261 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 24.2 mg | 134% | |
| Potassium | 3045 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.
