Easy Carne Asada Meat Marinade

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 1/4 cup of lemon juice to a medium bowl.

Add 1/4 cup of orange juice to the bowl.

Pour in 1/2 cup of worcester sauce.

Add 1/3 cup of soy sauce to the mixture.

Incorporate 2 finely minced garlic cloves.

Stir in 1/4 cup of minced cilantro.

Pour in 1/3 cup of vegetable oil.

Add 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.

Mix until well combined.

Use a large baking dish to marinate the meat.

You can also use a large container with a lid or a ziploc bag.

Add a few spoonfuls of the marinade to cover the bottom of the dish.

Place the first layer of 4 pounds of chuck steak over the marinade.

Pour a little bit of the marinade over the first layer of meat.

Add the remainder of the meat and pour the remainder of the marinade over it.

Move the meat around to ensure it is nicely coated with the marinade.

Cut a few slices of oranges and onion and place them over the meat.

Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.

After marinating for over 12 hours, place the meat on the grill.

Grill until it reaches your desired doneness.

Enjoy the meat whole with your favorite side dish or slice it into smaller pieces for tacos or salads.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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