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Carne Asada Marinade Recipe

This marinade is perfect for making delicious carne asada. It's a simple mix of citrus, garlic, and spices that will make your steak flavorful and tender.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total Time: 20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 300 kcal

Ingredients 

Marinade Ingredients

  • ½ cup Orange Juice
  • ¼ cup Lime Juice
  • ¼ cup Olive Oil
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 2 lbs Flank Steak

Instructions 

  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the orange juice, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Place the flank steak in a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the steak, making sure it's well coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
  3. Preheat your grill to high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade and discard the marinade.
  4. Grill the steak for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness.
  5. Let the steak rest for a few minutes before slicing it against the grain. Serve and enjoy!

Nutritional Value

Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 500mg | Potassium: 700mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 100IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Carne Asada, Marinade
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