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Carne Asada Marinade Recipe

A flavorful marinade for carne asada, perfect for grilling.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time: 20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Marinade Ingredients

  • ½ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup lime juice freshly squeezed
  • ¼ cup orange juice freshly squeezed
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 lbs flank steak

Instructions 

  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together all the marinade ingredients.
  2. Place the flank steak in a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the steak, ensuring it is well coated.
  3. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 8 hours for more flavor.
  4. Preheat the grill to high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade and discard the marinade.
  5. Grill the steak for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness.
  6. Let the steak rest for a few minutes before slicing against the grain. Serve and enjoy!

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 700mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 4mg

Keywords

Carne Asada, Marinade
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