Best Carne Asada

Flank steak is marinated in a glorious combination of onions, cilantro and spices, then grilled to perfection.

Cook: 12 min | Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

Steak

• 2 (1 pound) flank steaks

Marinade

• 1 lime, juiced
• 1 orange, juiced
• 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Mexican oregano
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon California chile powder
• 2 teaspoons chile powder
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 tablespoon black pepper
• 1 large onion, cut into rings
• 1 bunch cilantro, chopped

Instructions

1. In a large glass bowl, mix Marinade ingredients through black pepper. Add cilantro and onion.
2. Add meat. Let marinate for at least 4 hours or overnight, the longer the better.
3. When ready to grill, mix the steaks and marinade one more time.
4. Place flank steaks on grill for about 5 or 6 minutes on each side.
5. Remove steaks and set in an 8 inch square pan. Cover with foil, and let steaks sit for about 10 minutes.
6. Slice meat into strips against the grain.
7. To plate, place a baked potato (with a chunk of butter), rice and slices of Carne Asada on a plate. Add 1/2 avocado in center, a couple tablespoons of salsa and a grilled jalapeño. Dinner is served!

Notes

Grilling the steaks for the time given in the recipe will produce medium rare beef.