Cilantro Lime Carne Asada
This Cilantro Lime Carne Asada is the perfect easy, weeknight dinner! Flank steak is marinated in a bright, flavorful mix of cilantro, lime juice, and seasonings, then grilled until juicy and tender. Enjoy with rice and beans, in tacos or burritos, on a taco salad, you name it. Just 5 minutes of prep needed!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 3/4 teaspoon oregano
- 2 pounds flank steak
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 2-3 limes)
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- 1
Mix all of the ingredients for the carne asada seasoning together.
- 2
In a zip top bag or container, combine the flank steak with the seasoning mix, lime juice, cilantro, and 2 tablespoons of oil.Let marinate for at least 20 minutes.
- 3
When ready to cook, heat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. Brush the grill with the remaining oil, then place the flank steak on the grate and cook for 4-6 minutes. Flip and cook on the other side until cooked to desired doneness.
- 4
Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes, then slice carne asada into thin slices against the grain of the meat.
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