Carne Asada
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I’ll never forget the first time my husband asked me to make Carne Asada. I was a bit nervous—I had never worked with flank steak before, and it sounded intimidating! But trust me, if I can make this, anyone can. This Carne Asada is surprisingly simple to whip up, and the payoff? Absolutely delicious! The aroma alone is enough to have everyone asking, “What’s for dinner?” And the flavors? A perfect blend of sweet and savory that’s almost addictive.
Why I Love This Recipe:
One of my favorite things about this recipe is how versatile it is. We serve it in tortillas topped with a little Mexican cheese for a traditional twist, but it’s also amazing over rice or a simple salad for a lighter option. And if your kids are like mine and love to help in the kitchen, this is a great recipe for them to jump in and stir up the marinade.
Why This Recipe Works:
Marinating the steak in lime juice, maple syrup, garlic, and cilantro really infuses it with layers of flavor. It’s juicy, tender, and has just the right amount of sweetness from the maple syrup that even my picky eaters can’t resist!
Whether you’re making this for a quick weeknight dinner or as a fun weekend meal, this Carne Asada is sure to be a hit. Let me know if you give it a try and how your family loves it!
Ingredients:
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2 1/2 lbs flank steak
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1/4 cup olive oil
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Zest 1 lime
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Juice 3 limes
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Large bunch of fresh cilantro chopped
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2 tbsp Coconut aminos (or soy sauce)
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1 tsp cumin
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1/4 cup pure maple syrup (or brown sugar)
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5 garlic cloves minced
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Salt and pepper
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Mexican cheese
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Tortillas (flour or gluten free)
Instructions:
Mix together olive oil, lime zest and juice, cilantro, coconut aminos, cumin, maple syrup, garlic and salt and pepper in a large bowl.Â
Slice the flank steak length-wise so it is 1 inch thick also removing any extra fat.Â
Add steak to marinade and let set for no longer that 4 hours.Â
Heat up your grill or a cast iron skillet over medium high heat. Cook each side for 6-8 minutes. You will want a char on the outside of the steaks.
Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing against the grain into strips.
Add to your favorite tortillas (or just add it on top of some rice) Â and top with Mexican cheese!Â
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