How to Make Authentic Carne Asada

flank steak

🥗Healthier: sirloin steak

💰Cheaper: chuck steak

Sirloin provides a leaner option while chuck steak is more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola oil is usually cheaper.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt offers a healthier alternative with similar creaminess.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: serrano pepper

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Serrano adds heat, while bell pepper is a milder, more affordable option.

Juice 2 limes to get about 1/4 cup of juice.

Pour lime juice into a gallon-sized ziploc bag.

Add 1/2 cup of orange juice, 1/4 cup of oil, and 2 tablespoons of white vinegar to the bag.

Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper, 1 minced jalapeno, and 4 cloves of minced garlic to the bag.

Add freshly chopped cilantro to the marinade and shake to combine.

Place 2 pounds of flank steak into the bag and seal it.

Squish the bag to ensure the meat is evenly coated and lay it flat.

Marinate in the fridge for about 1 hour.

Preheat an outdoor grill to high heat until smoking hot.

Grill the steak for about 5-7 minutes per side for medium-rare, flipping to get grill marks.

Let the steak rest for a few minutes before slicing.

Slice the steak against the grain into thin slices.

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