Description
This authentic Carne Asada recipe is marinated to perfection with a flavorful blend of spices, citrus, and herbs. Grilled to juicy, tender perfection, it’s the best Carne Asada you’ll ever make! With a zesty marinade that doubles as a finishing sauce, this dish is perfect for tacos, burritos, or as a main course with your favorite sides.
Ingredients
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For the Marinade:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup orange juice (OJ)
- 1/4 cup lime juice (juice of about 2-3 limes)
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and diced
- 1 handful fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt (or to taste)
For the Spice Mix:
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
- 1 teaspoon granulated onion
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
For the Steak:
- 2–3 pounds flank steak (or skirt steak)
Instructions
1. Make the Marinade:
- In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, orange juice, lime juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, jalapeño, cilantro, brown sugar, and salt.
- Reserve about ¼ cup of the marinade to use as a finishing sauce later.
2. Marinate the Steak:
- Place the flank steak in a large resealable plastic bag and pour in the marinade.
- Seal the bag, removing as much air as possible, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for maximum flavor.
3. Prepare the Spice Mix:
- In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, cumin, granulated garlic, granulated onion, salt, and black pepper.
4. Grill the Steak:
- Remove the steak from the marinade, allowing excess marinade to drip off.
- Sprinkle both sides of the steak with the prepared spice mix.
- Preheat your grill to high heat. Grill the steak for 7-10 minutes per side, depending on your preferred level of doneness.
5. Rest and Slice:
- Remove the steak from the grill and let it rest for at least 10 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
- Slice the steak thinly against the grain for the most tender results.
6. Serve:
- Arrange the steak slices on a platter and drizzle the reserved marinade sauce over the top.
- Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 15mins
- Cook Time: 4hrs