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Carne Asada

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Marinating Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 40 minutes

Equipment

  • Medium Bowl
  • 9x13 Casserole Dish
  • Wood or Gas Gril

Ingredients  

  • 2 pounds flank steak or skirt steak
  • ¼ cup orange juice, about
  • ¼ cup lime juice about two limes
  • ¼ cup light beer
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
  • Fresh ground pepper to taste

Instructions 

  • In a medium bowl, combine orange juice, lime juice, beer, soy sauce, vegetable oil, garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, chopped cilantro, and black pepper. Whisk until well combined.
  • Place meat in a large baking dish or resealable plastic bag.
  • Pour marinade over meat, making sure it's evenly coated.
  • Cover tightly or seal bag, refrigerate for 3-6 hours.
  • Light up your charcoal grill or preheat your gas grill to medium-high heat.
  • Brush your grill grates with vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
  • Remove meat from marinade and pat dry with paper towels to remove excess marinade.
  • Place meat on the grill and cook for 8-10 minutes per side.
  • For medium-rare, cook until internal temperature reaches 135°F.
  • Remove from grill and let rest on a cutting board for 5-10 minutes.
  • Slice meat against the grain into thin strips.
  • Garnish with additional fresh chopped cilantro if desired.

Notes

1. Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed. The nutritional value will vary based on the type of ingredients used. It does not include the nutrition for any substitutions or additions.
2. Be sure to check out the Key Ingredients along with the Recipe Tips and Notes sections found in the post, for more tips, options, substitutions, and variations for this recipe! You will also find step-by-step photos.