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Carne Asada Recipe

Mouthwatering Carne Asada Recipe for Flavor Lovers

This Carne Asada Recipe is a must-try for flavor lovers, featuring flavorful marinated beef grilled to perfection.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Low sodium soy sauce Use tamari for a gluten-free option.
  • 1/4 cup Extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup White vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 tablespoon Chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika Regular paprika can be used for less smokiness.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon White pepper Black pepper can be used instead.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Mexican oregano Mediterranean oregano can alter the taste.
  • 2 each Limes Juiced.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced.
For the Beef
  • 1 lb Skirt steak Flank steak or flap meat can be used as alternatives.
For Grilling
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil Prevents sticking on the grill.

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking dish
  • Whisk
  • tongs
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the low sodium soy sauce, extra virgin olive oil, white vinegar, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, white pepper, black pepper, Mexican oregano, lime juice, and minced garlic cloves until well combined. Set aside.
  2. Place the skirt steak in a large baking dish and pour the marinade over it. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, ideally up to 12 hours.
  3. Preheat your grill or grill pan to high heat, aiming for around 450°F to 500°F. Brush the grill grate lightly with vegetable oil.
  4. Remove the skirt steak from the marinade and allow excess marinade to drip off. Grill the steak for 4 to 5 minutes without moving it, then flip and grill the other side for an additional 4 to 5 minutes.
  5. Transfer the carne asada to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 to 7 minutes.
  6. Slice the carne asada against the grain into bite-sized pieces and serve in warm tortillas or alongside rice and beans.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 25gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Allow the skirt steak to marinate for at least 3 hours, ideally overnight, for deeper flavor. Always slice against the grain to keep each piece tender.

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