Carne Asada Marinade: The Best Recipe for Juicy Flavorful Beef
Make the perfect Carne Asada Marinade for juicy and flavorful beef that will impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Marinade
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 pounds flank steak
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, garlic, cumin, chili powder, cilantro, salt, and black pepper.
- Place the flank steak in a resealable bag and pour the marinade over the steak.
- Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor.
- Remove the steak from the marinade and grill over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes per side, or until the desired doneness is achieved.
- Let the steak rest for 5 minutes, then slice against the grain and serve.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add jalapeño or red pepper flakes to the marinade.
- Pair with fresh salsa and grilled vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 28g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Carne Asada Marinade, beef marinade, grilling recipes