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Carne Asada

Cultural Context

Carne Asada, meaning 'grilled meat' in Spanish, hails from Mexico and is a staple at family gatherings and celebrations. Traditionally made with flank or skirt steak, it's marinated and grilled to perfection, often served in tacos or with sides like rice and beans. This dish has gained popularity across Latin America and in the United States, where it’s often featured in barbecues and street food, showcasing the rich flavors and communal spirit of Mexican cuisine.

MexicanGTmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1/4 cup soy sauce
juice of 1 orange
juice of 1 lime
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon oregano
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 onion
1 bunch cilantro
1.5 to 3 lbs skirt steak or flap meat

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.

1

Mix 1/4 cup of soy sauce, juice of 1 orange, juice of 1 lime, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 tablespoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon black pepper, 1 tablespoon oregano, and 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce in a mixing bowl.

2

Slice 1 onion into rings and chop 1 bunch of cilantro, then add them to the marinade.

3

Stir the marinade ingredients together until well combined.

4

Cut the skirt steak or flap meat into manageable pieces with the grain before marinating.

5

Massage the marinade into the meat using gloved hands, then cover with Saran Wrap.

6

Refrigerate the marinated meat for 4 to 6 hours, or up to 24 hours for better flavor.

7

Preheat the Monument Grill to a high temperature for grilling.

8

Place the marinated meat on the grill and cook, flipping frequently, until desired doneness is reached, about 5-7 minutes per side.

9

Add extra onions to the grill for additional flavor while cooking the meat.

10

Once cooked, remove the meat from the grill and let it rest lightly covered with foil for a few minutes.

11

Slice the meat against the grain using a sharp knife.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrillingslicing

Equipment Needed

Monument Grillmixing bowlSaran Wrapsharp knifecutting board

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Also Known As

Grilled BeefAsado de Carne

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