Carne Asada
Thinly sliced flank steak marinated in citrus and spices then grilled to perfection.
Prep Time
2h
Cook Time
10 min
Servings
6
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Flank steak or skirt steak
- 0.5 cup Orange juice
- 0.25 cup Lime juice
- 4 cloves Garlic
- 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 2 tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 tsp Cumin
- 1 tsp Chili powder
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl or resealable bag, whisk together the orange juice, lime juice, olive oil, soy sauce, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, cumin, and chili powder.
- 2
Add the steak to the marinade, ensuring it is fully coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or up to 8 hours.
- 3
Preheat your grill or cast-iron skillet to high heat.
- 4
Remove the steak from the marinade and pat dry slightly. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- 5
Grill the steak for 4-6 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until it reaches an internal temperature of 135°F for medium-rare.
- 6
Transfer the steak to a cutting board and let it rest for 10 minutes.
- 7
Slice the steak thinly against the grain and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories
420
kcal
Protein
48
g
Carbs
4
g
Fat
22
g
Fiber
0
g
Sugar
2
g
Sodium
680
mg
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