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Expertly grilled Carne Asada, thinly sliced and ready to serve.

Quick way to grow a flavorful Carne Asada in 3 steps

This recipe offers a speedy and delicious way to prepare carne asada, focusing on tenderizing and marinating the meat for maximum flavor, all accomplished in just three simple steps.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 1.5 lbs flank steak
  • 0.5 cup orange juice
  • 0.25 cup lime juice
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 0.5 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Meat Mallet
  • Large Bowl
  • Grill or Cast Iron Skillet
  • Tongs

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Tenderize the flank steak by pounding it evenly to about 1/2-inch thickness, then combine all marinade ingredients in a bowl.
Marinating and Cooking
  1. Marinate the steak for at least 30 minutes, then grill or pan-fry over high heat for 3-5 minutes per side until desired doneness is reached.
Resting and Serving
  1. Let the cooked steak rest for 5-10 minutes, slice it against the grain into thin strips, and serve immediately.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can marinate the steak overnight. Adjust spice levels to your preference, and consider serving with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice.