Carne Asada Platter

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 pound skirt steak (cut into thin slices)
• 5 cloves garlic (peeled)
• 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• salt (to taste)
• 2 Tablespoons olive oil
• 8 oz pale beer (or orange juice)
• tortillas (corn or flour)
• frijoles de la olla (pinto or black beans)
• cebollitas asadas (grill them along with the meat!)
• guacamole & pico de gallo
• fresh radishes (cut into quarters)
• salsa (any preferred Mexican salsa)
• lime wedges

Instructions

1. 1

   Place the garlic cloves, black peppercorns, cumin seeds, and coarse salt in a molcajete or mortar.

2. 2

   Add a drizzle of oil, the juice of 1 lemon, and pestle until you’ll have a paste.

3. 3

   Place the meat in a large mixing bowl or dish, and spread the spices paste on all slices of beef.

4. 4

   Pour the beer or orange juice and mix well.

5. 5

   Cover the bowl with cling film and allow the meat to marinate for at least 2 hours, or even better, overnight.

6. 6

   Preheat your grill to high heat. If using charcoal, ensure it is fully lit and the coals are ashed over. If using a gas grill, preheat for about 10-15 minutes.

7. 7

   Place the meat on the grill and cook for about 3-5 minutes per side, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness.

8. 8

   --- Assemble the platter ---

9. 9

   Place the grilled carne asada on a serving platter and add some beans on the side.

10. 10

    Arrange some pico de gallo, guacamole, and grilled onions.

11. 11

    Serve with tortillas, salsa, lime wedges, and radishes.