Carne Asada
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
14 mins
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Marinating
30 mins
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Total Time
54 mins
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Servings
6 to 8 Servings
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Calories
238 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Carne Asada
Description
The Carne Asada recipe combines a marinade of butter, reposado tequila, lemon and lime juice, fresh thyme, serrano chile, garlic, cilantro, and red onion. The marinade tenderizes and flavors the steak deeply, imparting a balance of citrus acidity and herbaceous spiciness. After marinating, the steak is grilled at high heat to develop a nicely browned exterior while maintaining a juicy medium-rare center. Resting the steak after grilling allows the juices to redistribute for optimal tenderness. Slicing against the grain in half-inch pieces ensures the final texture is easy to chew and presents well for serving.
The dish's profile includes a mix of bright, fresh notes and savory grilled flavor highlighted by the buttery marinade and the subtle kick of serrano chile. The use of tequila adds a unique depth and aroma. This steak is versatile for serving with Mexican cuisine accompaniments or simply alongside rice and beans, making it a practical choice for gatherings or flavorful weeknight dinners.
Letting the steak come to room temperature before grilling helps it cook evenly. The recommended medium-rare doneness can be adjusted to personal preference, and longer cooking or chopping in a skillet can soften the meat further if needed. Substituting beer for tequila or omitting the alcohol is possible if preferred.
Ingredients
Carne Asada:
- 4 tablespoons butter melted
- 1/4 cup tequila reposado
- 1 lemon juiced
- 1 lime juiced
- 1 tablespoon thyme chopped fresh
- 1 serrano chile stemmed and finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic finely chopped
- ¼ cup cilantro chopped, fresh
- ½ cup onion red, chopped
- 1 ½-pound flank steak or skirt or flap steak
- kosher salt
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine butter, tequila, lemon and lime juice, thyme, serrano, garlic, cilantro, and onion and mix well.
- Place steak in a large sealable bag and pour the marinade over steak. Zip up the bag and massage marinade around so that the steak is well covered. You can also use a shallow dish if you prefer. Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes or in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours.
- Preheat a grill or grill pan to high. Remove the steak from the plastic bag and generously season with salt. Grill the steak for 5 to 7 minutes per side for medium-rare. Let rest 10 minutes, and then slice the steak against the grain into 1/2-inch pieces or chop.
Notes
- Allow the steak to reach room temperature before grilling for even cooking.
- Rest the cooked steak for as long as it cooked to retain juices.
- Adjust doneness to preference; medium-rare is recommended but not required.
- If desired, chop the cooked meat and cook a bit longer in a skillet for softer texture.
- Substitute beer for tequila or omit alcohol if preferred.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6to 8 Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 238 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 238kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 19g | 38% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 74mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 125mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 326mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 360IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 17mg | 19% |
| Calcium | 27mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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