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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
2 pounds skirt steak
orange juice
pineapple juice
distilled white vinegar
garlic cloves
black pepper
cumin
oregano
kosher salt
Worcestershire sauce
cilantro
white onion
olive oil
jalapeños
green onions

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

Introduce the carne asada recipe inspired by a subscriber.

2

Mention the use of tequila and pineapple juice for the marinade.

3

Combine orange juice, pineapple juice, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, black pepper, cumin, oregano, kosher salt, olive oil, and cilantro in a blender.

4

Add white onion to the blender and blend until smooth.

5

Place the skirt steak in a ziplock bag and pour the marinade over it, sealing the bag and removing excess air.

6

Let the steak marinate in the fridge for about 15 hours.

7

Preheat the Camp Chef flattop griddle on high heat.

8

Remove the steak from the fridge and let it sit out for about 45 minutes before grilling.

9

Sear the steak on the griddle for about 5-7 minutes on one side.

10

Check the steak after 5 minutes and flip it to cook for another 4-5 minutes.

11

Add green onions and jalapeños to the grill, oiling them with olive oil and sprinkling with salt.

12

Remove the vegetables from the grill once cooked and set aside.

13

Let the steak rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing.

14

Slice the steak against the grain and serve with guacamole and pico de gallo.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrillingslicing

Equipment Needed

Camp Chef flattop griddleblenderziplock bag

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Grilled BeefAsado de Carne

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