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Carne Asada
A Mexican-inspired recipe for skirt or flank steak with a marinade made of fresh fruit juice, garlic, jalapeno, cilantro, and more.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 1 person
Ingredients
- 4 garlic cloves peeled and chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 jalapeno seeded and chopped
- Juice from 2 limes
- Juice from 1 orange
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Pinch of salt
- Few grinds of fresh cracked pepper
- Skirt or flank steak
Instructions
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Place all the ingredients except the steak in a blender. Blend on high until combined. Place the steak in a large plastic zip top bag. Pour the marinade from the blender into the bag. Seal the bag and place in the refrigerator. Allow steak to marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
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Remove the steak from the refrigerator and allow it to get to room temperature (about 1 hour). Heat a grill to medium-high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade and grill the steak a few minutes on each side to desired doneness. Discard marinade. Transfer steak to a serving platter, cover, and let rest for 10 to 15 minutes. Serve and enjoy.
Recipe Notes
A Mexican inspired recipe for skirt or flank steak with a marinade made of fresh fruit juice, garlic, jalapeno, cilantro, and more.