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Delish Carne Asada

Delish Carne Asada

This mouth-watering carne asada recipe features marinated flank steak grilled to perfection, perfect for tacos or a hearty meal.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 pounds flank steak
  • 0.5 cup olive oil extra virgin
  • 0.25 cup fresh lime juice
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro chopped

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, black pepper, and chopped cilantro.
  • Place the flank steak in a large zip-top bag and pour the marinade over it. Seal and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor.
  • Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Remove steak from marinade and grill for 6-8 minutes per side to desired doneness.
  • Let the steak rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain and serve with your favorite sides or tortillas.

Notes

For enhanced flavor, marinate the steak overnight and serve with fresh lime wedges and salsa.