Description

Carne Asada is a flavorful Mexican grilled beef dish, typically made with marinated skirt or flank steak and grilled to perfection for tacos, burritos, or serving on its own.

Ingredients

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2 pounds flank or skirt steak
1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup lime juice (about 2 limes)
2 tablespoons white vinegar
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 jalapeño, minced
1/2 cup chopped cilantro
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon paprika

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Instructions

In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, lime juice, vinegar, garlic, jalapeño, cilantro, cumin, chili powder, black pepper, salt, and paprika to make the marinade.
Place the steak in a large resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over it. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.
Preheat grill to high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade and let excess drip off.
Grill the steak for 6-8 minutes per side, depending on thickness and desired doneness.
Remove from grill and let rest for 5-10 minutes. Slice thinly against the grain and serve.

Notes

Marinate the meat overnight for maximum flavor.
Let the steak rest before slicing to retain juices.
Use skirt steak for a more traditional taste.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 pound
Calories: 320
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 580mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 3g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 80mg