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Carne Asada
Lime and orange juice, Mexican spices, cilantro, and spicy jalapeño make this authentic carne asada recipe juicy, tender, and so flavorful!
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
4 hrs 20 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 259 kcal
Course:
Main Course , Dinner
Cuisine:
Mexican
Ingredients
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 fresh jalapeno halved, stemmed, and seeded*
- 1 bunch fresh Cilantro including leaves and tender stems
- 1 lime juiced (about 2 tablespoons)
- 1 orange juiced (about ¼ cup)
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 pounds flank or skirt steak
Instructions
- In a blender or small food processor, pulse the garlic, jalapeno, cilantro, lime juice, orange juice, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, and salt.
- Place the steak in a zip-top bag or an airtight container and cover with the marinade. Seal and turn to coat. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours and up to 12 hours (do not marinate longer or the meat will start to break down).
- Forty-five minutes prior to cooking, remove the steak from the refrigerator to allow to come to room temperature.
- Preheat half of a gas or charcoal grill to high heat (preheating only half will keep the grill from getting *as* hot). Clean the grates if necessary. Place the steak over the heat, cover, and cook until the center reaches 110°F on an instant-read thermometer, turning the steak every few minutes, about 3-5 minutes per side total (that’s 6 to 10 minutes total for the whole steak; DO NOT overcook!). Transfer the steak to a cutting board and rest for 5 minutes. Cut across the grain into very thin strips.
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Notes
- TO STORE: Leftover carne asada can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.
- TO REHEAT: Reheat carne asada in a skillet or on the grill until warmed through. Alternatively, you can microwave it, but this isn’t ideal.
- TO FREEZE: Once the meat has been cooked, you can freeze it in an airtight container or freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1(of 6)
Calories
259kcal
(13%)
Carbohydrates
2g
(1%)
Protein
33g
(66%)
Fat
12g
(18%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
6g
Cholesterol
91mg
(30%)
Potassium
570mg
(16%)
Fiber
0.3g
(1%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
241IU
(5%)
Vitamin C
11mg
(12%)
Calcium
40mg
(4%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 259
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1(of 6) | |
| Calories | 259kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 33g | 66% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 91mg | 30% |
| Potassium | 570mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 0.3g | 1% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 241IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 11mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 40mg | 4% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.