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Classic Carne Asada
120 mintime
Mediumdifficulty
4Servings
—Rating
Nutrition facts
550 kcalCalories
50 gProtein
10 gCarbs
30 gFat

Per serving · Approximate values estimated by AI

GrilledMexican

Classic Carne Asada

Traditional dish · Mexican

Authentic Carne Asada, marinated and grilled to perfection, featuring thinly sliced, tender beef with a smoky char. This classic preparation highlights the rich flavors of the beef enhanced by a citrus and spice marinade.

Ingredients

Servings4
  • Skirt steak2 lbs
  • Orange juice1 cup
  • Lime juice1/2 cup
  • Garlic4 cloves, minced
  • Cilantro1/2 cup, chopped
  • Jalapeño1, seeded and minced
  • Cumin1 teaspoon
  • Salt1 teaspoon
  • Black pepper1/2 teaspoon
  • Olive oil2 tablespoons

Steps

  1. 1

    In a bowl, whisk together orange juice, lime juice, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, minced jalapeño, cumin, salt, and pepper.

  2. 2

    Place the skirt steak in a large resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the steak, ensuring it is fully coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or up to 4 hours.

  3. 3

    Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade and discard the marinade.

  4. 4

    Grill the steak for 3-5 minutes per side, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness. Skirt steak cooks quickly.

  5. 5

    Let the steak rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing against the grain into thin strips.

  6. 6

    Serve immediately, optionally garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.

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