Best Carne Asada Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Additional Time
2 hrs
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
417 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Lunch, Dinner
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Cuisine
Mexican
Best Carne Asada Recipe
Description
Best Carne Asada is made by marinating flank steak in a mixture of olive oil, freshly squeezed orange and lime juices, soy sauce, chopped cilantro, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, and minced jalapeño. This combination helps tenderize the cut and adds a refreshing yet mildly spicy flavor. After marinating for at least two hours or overnight, the steak is wiped clean of excess marinade, then grilled over medium-high heat until medium-rare, developing a nicely charred exterior and juicy interior. The resting period after grilling allows the juices to redistribute.
The finished steak is sliced against the grain, making it tender and perfect for serving with warm corn tortillas, garnished with diced onions, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime, creating authentic Carne Asada tacos. It pairs well with fresh salsas and other traditional toppings like sliced avocado and jalapeños.
Cooking times may vary depending on the cut and thickness of the steak. If outdoor grilling isn't an option, an indoor grill pan can be used. For best results, remove the steak from the refrigerator 30 minutes before grilling to promote even cooking.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs flank steak
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Carne Asada Marinade
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1/3 cup orange juice freshly squeezed
- 1/4 cup lime juice freshly squeezed
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp cumin ground
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 jalapeño seeded and minced
Instructions
- Trim the steak and season with salt and pepper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the marinade ingredients.
- Add the flank steak to a baking dish or large resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over. Cover (or seal the bag pressing out any excess air) and refrigerate for 2 hours to overnight. Remove the steak from the fridge 30 minutes before you are ready to cook it.
For Gas Grill
- Clean and oil the grill grates. You can brush the grates with oil or use cooking spray. Preheat an outdoor gas grill to medium-high heat (between 400 – 425ºƒ)
- Remove the steak from the marinade and wipe off any excess marinade with paper towels. Discard the marinade.
- Place steak on the hot grill and cook covered flipping occasionally until the steak is nicely charred on both sides, about 7 - 10 minutes or until the internal temperature checked with an instant read thermometer registers 125ºF - 130°F for medium rare.
- Transfer the steak to a cutting board, tent with foil and let the meat rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Slice against the grain.
For Charcoal Grill
- Clean and oil the grill grates. Light a chimney with enough charcoal to cover half of the grill (Fill a charcoal chimney ¾ full). When all charcoal is lit and covered with gray ash, pour out and arrange the coals on one side of the charcoal grate. Set cooking grate in place, cover grill, and preheat for 5 minutes.
- Remove the steak from the marinade and wipe off any excess marinade with paper towels. Discard the marinade.
- Place steak on the hot half of the grill and cook uncovered, flipping occasionally until the steak is nicely charred on both sides, about 7 - 10 minutes or until the internal temperature checked with an instant read thermometer registers 125ºF - 130°F for medium rare.
- Transfer the steak to a cutting board, tent with foil and let the meat rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Slice against the grain.
Notes
- Adjust cooking times based on steak thickness and cut for desired doneness.
- Indoor grill pans can substitute outdoor grills when weather restricts grilling.
- For Carne Asada tacos, chop the grilled steak and serve with warmed corn tortillas, diced onions, cilantro, lime wedges, and salsa.
- Mexican street tacos are made by topping warm soft corn tortillas with sliced grilled steak and preferred toppings like avocado, jalapeños, radishes, onions, salsa, and sour cream.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 417 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 417kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 38g | 76% |
| Fat | 26g | 40% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 102mg | 34% |
| Sodium | 606mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 678mg | 14% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 340IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 17.9mg | 20% |
| Calcium | 52mg | 5% |
| Iron | 3.4mg | 19% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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