Learn how to make carne asada with this no-fail recipe that creates perfect Mexican-flavored meat to add to tacos, burritos, and more!
Prep Time5 minutesmins
Cook Time15 minutesmins
Marinade Time3 hourshrs
Total Time3 hourshrs20 minutesmins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 6
Author: Lil' Luna
Ingredients
1½poundsflank steak
⅓cupolive oil
3tablespoonslime juice
½cupcilantro,chopped
4teaspoonsminced garlic
1teaspooncumin powder
½teaspoonchili 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.