Carne Asada
Carne asada is marinated grilled steak, charred and juicy with bright citrus and garlic flavor. Sliced thin against the grain, it is tender and perfect for tacos, burritos, or a plated dinner. The zesty marinade makes even affordable cuts taste incredible.
- ⏱ 30 min
- 📊 easy
- 🍽 Family
Ingredients
- 800 g flank or skirt steak
- 1 orange, juiced
- 2 lime, juiced
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 tsp cumin
- 3 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Whisk the orange and lime juice, garlic, cilantro, cumin, oil, salt, and pepper into a marinade.
- Coat the steak and marinate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat the grill to high, about 260C (500F).
- Grill the steak for 4 to 5 minutes per side for medium-rare.
- Rest the steak for 5 to 10 minutes.
- Slice thinly against the grain and serve with tortillas and lime.
💡 Chef's tip
Slice the rested steak thinly against the grain; cutting across the muscle fibers is what makes each bite tender rather than chewy.
The citrus and garlic marinade both flavors and tenderizes the steak, while high-heat grilling gives the smoky char that defines carne asada.
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 340 kcal
- Protein: 38 g
- Carbs: 4 g
- Fat: 19 g
