Citrus Carne Asada Recipe

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.

Add orange juice, grapefruit juice, lime juice, and lemon juice to a bowl.

Season with salt and pepper, mixing well to combine.

Place the flank steak in a Ziploc bag and pour the marinade over it.

Seal the bag and marinate in the fridge for 4 hours to overnight.

Remove the steak from the marinade and prepare the grill or a hot pan.

Sear the steak on both sides for 4 minutes each, aiming for an internal temperature of 140 degrees for medium.

Let the steak rest before slicing it against the grain.

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