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Carne Asada

Carne Asada

This easy and authentic carne asada recipe is perfect for tacos. Grilled marinated flank or skirt steak is tender, juicy and flavorful and great for any night of the week.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1 orange, juiced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 jalapeno, seeded and chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup cilantro
  • 1.5 pounds flank steak or similar cut

Instructions
 

  • Combine lime and orange juice, garlic, jalapeno, salt, pepper,olive oil and cilantro in a resealable gallon bag or flat baking dish. Add steak and make sure the entire surface of the steak is covered by the marinade. Let sit for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  • Preheat grill or grill pan to medium high heat. Grill for 5-7 minutes on each side to get your carne asada to a medium doneness.
  • Remove from heat and let rest for 5-10 minutes. Cut across the grain and serve as desired.

Notes

  1. Serve on corn tortillas with your choice of salsas, lime wedges,pickled onions, shredded cabbage or cheese.
Keyword beef, steak, tacos
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