Carne Asada Recipe
Learn how to make carne asada with this no-fail recipe that creates perfect Mexican-flavored meat to add to tacos, burritos, and more!
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 1½ pounds flank steak
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- ½ cup cilantro, chopped
- 4 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Make marinade by combining olive oil, lime juice, cilantro, minced garlic, cumin, and chili powder in a small bowl.
- Add steak to the bowl or to a baking dish (with marinade poured over) making sure meat is coated and marinate for 2-3 hours.
- Heat grill to medium-high heat and cook meat for 5-7 minutes on each side. Let meat rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes.
- Slice meat at an angle against the grain with a sharp knife and serve warm.
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Notes
Freeze in marinade. To make this authentic carne asada recipe ahead of time, freeze it in the marinade in a freezer bag. The meat will stay good for up to 6-8 months.
Nutrition
Calories: 268kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 68mg | Sodium: 65mg | Potassium: 415mg | Vitamin A: 155IU | Vitamin C: 3.2mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 2.1mg