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How to Make Lisa's Favorite Carne Asada Marinade - A Step-by-Step Guide

Lisa's Favorite Carne Asada Marinade is a staple in her household, and it's easy to see why. This marinade is bursting with flavor and is the perfect way to infuse your favorite cuts of beef with a delicious Mexican-inspired taste. Whether you're grilling up some carne asada for a summertime BBQ or just looking to elevate your weeknight dinner, this marinade is a fantastic option.

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Ingredients

  • ¾ cup orange juice
  • ½ cup lemon juice
  • ⅓ cup lime juice
  • 1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
  • ½ cup soy sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon ground paprika
  • 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon finely chopped canned chipotle pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 3 pounds flank steak

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 day 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 day 40 mins
  • Servings: 12

  • Combine orange juice, lemon juice, and lime juice for marinade in a large glass or ceramic bowl. Add cilantro, soy sauce, garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, black pepper, chipotle pepper, and oregano; stir to combine.
  • Slowly whisk in olive oil until well combined. Remove 1 cup of the marinade and place in a small bowl; cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for use after the steak is cooked.
  • Place steak between two sheets of heavy plastic (resealable freezer bags work well) on a solid, level surface. Firmly pound steak with the smooth side of a meat mallet to a thickness of 1/4 inch.
  • After pounding, poke steak all over with a fork. Place steak in the marinade in the large bowl, cover, and marinate in the refrigerator for 24 hours.
  • When ready to cook, preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat, and lightly oil the grate.
  • Remove steak from the marinade and shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade.
  • Cook steak on the preheated grill to desired doneness, about 5 minutes per side for medium-rare.
  • Remove steak from grill and slice across the grain.
  • Place on a serving platter and pour the reserved, unused marinade over top. Serve immediately.

    • Nutrition

    207 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 25mg
    • Sodium: 640mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 6g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 15g
    • Vitamin C: 17mg
    • Calcium: 31mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 309mg

    Categories

    Mexican recipes
    Grilled recipes
    Marinated recipes
    Beef recipes
    Main recipes