How to Make Carne Asada Beef

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carne asada steak sliced thinly on a cutting board

If you're looking for an authentic Carne Asada recipe - this is it! Grilled Carne Asada tastes better and looks more beautiful than it has a right to, if you judge a meal by the amount of effort it takes. And it's a sensory pleasure before it even touches the grill! As you squeeze fresh orange, lime and lemon juices for the marinade, then whisk in cilantro, garlic and jalapeño, the aroma that floats up to your nose is nothing short of heavenly.

Carne Asada steak thinly sliced across the grain

Then the steak cooks hot and fast, on your table in about 20 minutes, complete with gorgeous grill marks and a perfectly pink and tender interior.

Carne Asada thinly cut on a cutting board and ready to serve.

To make this, we started with a recipe from Tyler Florence and switched it up to make it our own: swapping in apple cider vinegar, reducing the oil a bit and adding a third citrus flavor (lemon) and some cumin. Adding lemon juice to the mix happened by chance. I'd just finished a batch of homemade tonic water which left us with a slew of lemons, limes and oranges, flesh and juice intact, sans zest. And I love the citrus trifecta - now I may always use making tonic water as an excuse to make Carne Asada!

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Carne Asada in a glass dish covered in marinade.

FAQ

What is carne asada?

The literal translation of the term means Carne (flesh, meat or beef) and Asada (roast, broiled, grilled), typically translated to 'Grilled Meat' and most often is seared in some way for that signature charred flavor (which you can get with a grill pan too using my recipe for Carne Asada in the oven.)

What cut of beef is used for carne asada?

There are several cuts of beef used to make Carne Asada including sirloin and tenderloin, but most recipes call for either flank steak or skirt steak. I've tried both and definitely prefer outside skirt steak for its flavor and texture. Either way you'll want to thinly slice the steak across the grain before serving for maximum tenderness!

Carne Asada Marinade

Carne Asada marinade is an essential part of making this recipe authentic! Zesty, fresh citrus juices (lime juice, orange juice, and lemon juice) and apple cider vinegar tenderize the beef, while fresh cilantro, cumin, salt, and pepper season it to perfection. It's important to give the meat plenty of time to marinate, a minimum of 1 hour and up to 8 hours, to soak up all of the delicious flavors!

How to Make Carne Asada

Combine all marinade ingredients in a large, glass baking dish. Add raw skirt steak or flank steak, turning to coat and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour and up to 8 hours (any longer will start to break down the meat).

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How Long to Grill?

Grill the steak over a medium-high flame for 7 to 10 minutes until it reaches 130°F for medium rare, 10 to 12 minutes until it reaches 140°F for medium. (The steak will continue to cook once you've removed it from the grill.) Transfer steak to cutting board and let rest 5 minutes before slicing.

Carne asada cooking on the grill.

How to Serve

With summer in full swing, you may have plans to BBQ with friends and family. Grilled Carne Asada is perfect - but be sure you make plenty (or make Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas to go with it!) Serve it on its own, or with warm tortillas, fresh pico de gallo and all the toppings for Carne Asada Tacos, Carne Asada Burritos, Carne Asada Quesadillas, or as the main attraction in big, crunchy Carne Asada Steak Salads, Carne Asada Nachos or Carne Asada Fries.

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Carne Asada Recipe

A trifecta of citrus juices makes this grilled Carne Asada especially succulent!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 15 mins

Marinating Time 1 hr

Total Time 1 hr 30 mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine Mexican

Servings 6 people

Calories 344 kcal

  • 2 pounds skirt steak trimmed of excess fat

Carne Asada Marinade

  • 1 jalapeño seeded and minced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves chopped
  • juice of 1 orange
  • juice of 1 lime
  • juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • In a large glass baking dish whisk together Carne Asada marinade ingredients (jalapeño through black pepper) until combined. Add skirt steak in a single layer, turning to coat with marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, but no longer than 8 hours (longer will begin to break down the meat).

  • When you're ready to grill: preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat. Grill steaks for 7 to 10 minutes per side, turning once for medium-rare. Remove steaks and allow to rest for 5 minutes.

  • Slice thinly across the grain and serve.

  1. Ask your butcher or grocery meat counter for 'outside skirt steak' for the most flavorful and juicy results.
  2. Note that the longer you marinate the skirt steak, the more tender and flavorful it will be come. But be sure to grill it within 8 hours to maintain the texture of the meat.

Calories: 344 kcal Carbohydrates: 1 g Protein: 32 g Fat: 23 g Saturated Fat: 5 g Cholesterol: 95 mg Sodium: 489 mg Potassium: 469 mg Vitamin A: 125 IU Vitamin C: 4.4 mg Calcium: 16 mg Iron: 3 mg

Keyword 4th of July, Cinco de Mayo, easy, father's day, Independence Day, keto, low carb

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