Quick Marinade for Tender Carne Asada Tacos & Fajitas

flank steak

🥗Healthier: sirloin steak

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Sirloin is leaner, while chicken thighs are more budget-friendly.

corn tortillas

🥗Healthier: whole grain tortillas

💰Cheaper: flour tortillas

Whole grain offers more fiber, while flour tortillas are often cheaper.

Slice 3/4 of a white onion into chunky pieces and separate them.

Use both the sprigs and leaves of the cilantro.

Choose limes with smooth skin for juiciness.

Rinse the carne asada and pat it dry before seasoning.

Season both sides of the carne asada with seasoning from the Mexican meat market.

Squeeze fresh lime juice over the meat, ensuring to cover it well.

Layer the onion and cilantro on top of the meat, along with the lime juice and seasoning.

Drizzle about 4 tablespoons of vegetable oil over the meat, ensuring to coat it on all sides.

Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate to marinate for 8 to 10 hours, or up to 24 hours maximum.

Remove the cilantro and onion from the marinated meat before grilling.

Grill the carne asada on one side for about 8 minutes, then flip it once and grill for another 10 minutes on the other side.

Let the meat rest for a minute before slicing it thinly against the grain.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Dietary