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Carne Asada

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Best on the grill, but works great under the broiler or in a saute pan.

"Delish!!! Only marinated for 5 hours and turned out amazing on the grill. Love the flavors infused and enjoyed as much as the restaurant, if not more! Hubby loves them and would definitely make again! " - Singlovedance

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Cuisine: MexicanMain Ingredient: Beef

(4.5, 19) 89% would make again (reviews)

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Servings          
Original recipe makes 4 Servings
Marinade:
1/2 cupvegetable oil
1/2 cupfresh lime juice; about 4 limes
1/3 cupfresh orange juice; about 1 orange
1/4 cupchopped fresh cilantro
4 clovesgarlic; minced
2 teaspoonsdried oregano
1 1/4 teaspoonsground cumin
3/4 teaspoonssalt
3/4 teaspoonsground black pepper
To finish the dish:
1 1/4 poundchuck steaks; trimmed, or skirt steak

Carne Asada Preparation

1. Combine all of the marinade ingredients in a ziploc bag.

2. Pound the steaks to 1/2-inch thickness. Add the steaks to the marinade. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours and up to 12 hours, turning occasionally to ensure even distribution.

3. Discard the marinade. Grill the steaks over indirect heat for 15 minutes, flip, and continue to cook for another 15 minutes, until the steak is well done yet still tender. Let rest for 5 minutes. Chop the meat into little bits. Serve with warm tortillas, salsas, and grilled onions.

**Alternately, broil the steak for 10 minutes each side, or saute over medium high heat for 10 minutes each side.

Notes

Use a handful of mesquite wood chips for an authentic flavor. Don't use too many, as they can have a strong flavor.

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  • Once done I just warmed the meat up with garlic and onions taste just like it was made in Pomona ca el taquito photo by Peanutfromda203 Peanutfromda203

  • Calories Per Serving: 385
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    Carne Asada Reviews

    Give it a rating Would you make it again?   [please sign in to add your comment]
    You had me when one reviewer referenced King Taco!
    4 days, 19 hours, 50 minutes ago
    Great recipe. Making this for the second time tonight. Will be adding to my favorites.
    1 months, 2 weeks, 2 days, 14 hours, 36 minutes ago
    2 months, 5 days, 7 hours, 9 minutes ago
    Absolutley awesome!!!!!!!!
    2 months, 1 weeks, 5 days, 13 hours, 30 minutes ago
    This recipe deserves 10 stars. This is my go to Carne asada from here on out.
    2 months, 3 weeks, 4 days, 9 hours, 8 minutes ago
    I cut the marinade quantity in half and the flavor was just wonderful.
    4 months, 1 weeks, 11 hours, 14 minutes ago
    OMG it's really good, live in Mexico. Taste like King taco of East LA. Will add to our collection. A must have:)
    8 months, 2 weeks, 6 days, 15 hours, 30 minutes ago
    Delish!!! Only marinated for 5 hours and turned out amazing on the grill. Love the flavors infused and enjoyed as much as the restaurant, if not more! Hubby loves them and would definitely make again!
    8 months, 3 weeks, 4 days, 10 hours, 14 minutes ago
    Made this recipie several times now, and it always turns out amazing!!! Usually better than our favorite Mexican restaurant.
    9 months, 5 days, 8 hours, 4 minutes ago
    9 months, 3 weeks, 6 days, 10 hours, 41 minutes ago
    Easy to make! Will make again!
    11 months, 1 days, 19 hours, 10 minutes ago
    These tacos are so good! So easy! I added avocado slices to the taco. Defiantly will make on a weekly basis!!
    1 years, 2 days, 3 minutes ago
    Doubled the cumin but it was a knockout for our Cinco de Mayo party
    1 years, 2 weeks, 2 days, 6 hours, 46 minutes ago
    Was very good but used a fresh blood orange and just picked limes! Will maek this again. I too used the BBQ.
    1 years, 1 months, 3 weeks, 6 days, 19 hours, 46 minutes ago
    Looks good but didn't turn out so well:( Marinated for 5-6 hrs and still bland
    1 years, 2 months, 1 weeks, 5 hours, 19 minutes ago
    Very good on grill! Very flavorful, but not like authentic restaurant. Easy to make would do it again!
    1 years, 2 months, 1 weeks, 5 days, 12 hours, 7 minutes ago
    This was so good!! Had family over and they all later asked for the recipe to make at home!!! Tastes best if it sits over night!!
    1 years, 2 months, 2 weeks, 2 days, 19 hours, 45 minutes ago
    cant wait to make it again, thanks for sharing, CCheryl
    1 years, 6 months, 1 weeks, 1 days, 12 hours, 31 minutes ago
    excellent recipe, thanks, CCheryl
    1 years, 7 months, 2 weeks, 4 days, 19 hours, 42 minutes ago

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