Carne Asada | FoodieAtlas

Ingredients

5 lbs beef flank steak or skirt steak
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lime juice (about 2 limes)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon chili powder (optional, for extra heat)
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Lime wedges (for serving)

Instructions

Prepare the Marinade

In a bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, black pepper, salt, dried oregano, and chili powder (if using).

Marinate the Beef

Place the beef steak in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish.

Pour the marinade over the steak, ensuring it's well coated.

Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for the best flavor.

Grill the Beef

Preheat a grill to medium-high heat.

Remove the steak from the marinade and let any excess marinade drip off.

Grill the steak for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness (medium-rare to medium is common for carne asada).

Let the steak rest for about 5 minutes after grilling to allow the juices to redistribute.

Slice and Serve

Slice the steak thinly against the grain.

Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.