Easy carne asada with grilled vegetables

flank steak

🥗Healthier: sirloin

💰Cheaper: chuck roast

Sirloin is leaner, while chuck roast offers a more economical option.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice provides a similar acidity, and vinegar is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is budget-friendly.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: banana pepper

Bell peppers are milder and more affordable.

Add canola oil to a big bowl.

Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the bowl.

Add 1 teaspoon of minced garlic to the bowl.

Add 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce to the bowl.

Add 1/2 teaspoon of paprika to the bowl.

Add cumin, black pepper, and oregano to the bowl.

Juice 2 limes and add the juice to the bowl.

Whisk all the ingredients together in the bowl.

Add flank steak to the marinade and ensure it's well coated.

Let the steak marinate for at least 20 minutes (overnight is ideal).

Preheat the grill.

Add the marinated flank steak to the grill.

Grill the steak for about 3-4 minutes per side.

Prepare grilled vegetables by adding red bell peppers and white onion to a bowl.

Drizzle with canola oil and sprinkle with kosher salt, then toss to coat.

Add the vegetables to the grill alongside the steak.

Remove the steak and vegetables from the grill when cooked.

Slice the carne asada into strips.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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