Skirt Steak Carne Asada Marinade: The Best Recipe for Flavorful Grilling
Elevate your grilling game with this skirt steak carne asada marinade that brings incredible flavor and tenderness to your steak.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, pepper, and cilantro.
- Place the skirt steak in a resealable bag and pour the marinade over it.
- Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove the steak from the marinade and grill for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until desired doneness.
- Let the steak rest for a few minutes before slicing against the grain.
Notes
- For best results, marinate overnight.
- Serve with tortillas and your favorite toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Skirt Steak, Carne Asada, Marinade, Grilling, Recipe