Amazing Chipotle Carne Asada | The Carefree Kitchen

flank steak

🥗Healthier: sirloin

💰Cheaper: chuck steak

Sirloin is leaner, while chuck steak is more economical.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers a similar flavor with a higher smoke point.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: serrano pepper

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Serrano adds heat, while bell pepper provides sweetness without spice.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: coconut aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while coconut aminos are lower in sodium.

Cut the limes in half and use a press to extract 1/4 cup of lime juice.

In a mixing bowl, combine 1/4 cup lime juice, 1/4 cup brown sugar, and 1/4 cup avocado oil.

Add 2 tablespoons of chili powder, 2 tablespoons of minced garlic, and 1/2 cup of chopped cilantro to the bowl.

Season with about 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper, mixing well.

Place the beef bottom round roast in a Ziploc bag or glass bowl and pour the marinade over the meat, ensuring it is well coated.

Seal the bag or cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add a little oil to prevent sticking.

Add the marinated carne asada to the skillet and cook for a couple of minutes on each side until golden and crispy, ensuring the inside is slightly pink.

Let the carne asada rest for a few minutes before slicing it into thin strips.

Prepare corn tortillas by coating a pan with butter and crisping the tortillas on one side.

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