Name: Carne Asada Marinade
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: PT-484753H59S
Total time: 1 h 20 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil; 1/4 cup lime juice; 1/4 cup orange juice; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional); 1-2 pounds flank steak or skirt steak

Description

This Carne Asada Marinade recipe transforms steak into a juicy, flavorful, and tender meal with a bold blend of citrus, garlic, and spices. Perfect for grilling or pan-searing, this marinade works wonderfully with flank or skirt steak, but can also be used for other cuts of meat. Whether you’re preparing tacos, burritos, or serving the carne asada on its own, this marinade adds authentic Mexican flavor. Easy to prepare, it’s the ideal recipe for impressing guests or enjoying a delicious homemade meal.

Ingredients

1/4 cup olive oil

1/4 cup lime juice

1/4 cup orange juice

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon soy sauce

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

1 tablespoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon chili powder

1/2 teaspoon paprika

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional)

1–2 pounds flank steak or skirt steak

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Instructions

In a medium-sized bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, orange juice, minced garlic, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, cumin, chili powder, paprika, black pepper, and salt. Whisk until smooth and well blended.
If desired, stir in chopped cilantro for added freshness.
Place the steak in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the steak, ensuring it is fully coated.
Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to overnight for best flavor).
Before cooking, remove the steak from the marinade and allow it to come to room temperature.
Grill or sear the steak on high heat for 4-6 minutes per side, depending on your preferred level of doneness.
Let the steak rest for 5 minutes before slicing against the grain into thin strips.

Notes

Add heat: For spicier carne asada, incorporate chopped jalapeños or cayenne pepper.
Alternative meats: Besides flank or skirt steak, try using sirloin, rib-eye, or chicken.
Herb variations: If cilantro isn’t preferred, use fresh parsley or oregano.
Vegan option: Substitute with tofu or tempeh, and ensure the soy sauce is gluten-free if needed.

Prep Time: 10min
Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: Mexican