Unbelievably Flavorful “Carne Asada” Grilled Beef Full of Authentic Mexican Flavors.
What's happening at A Simple Tweak household? Well, this delicious Carne Asada, that's what! This “Carne Asada” grilled beef is juicy and tender. This marinated flank steak is full of authentic Mexican flavors. It is made with a combination of garlic, salt, pepper, soy sauce, mustard, beer, and chipotle peppers. All of these ingredients are what make this Carne Asada unbelievably flavorful.
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Servings: servings
Calories: 119kcal
Ingredients
- 1/1/2 pounds flank or skirt steak
- 2 to 3 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon salt (I use Kosher salt)
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce (light in sodium)
- 1 chipotle pepper ( in adobo sauce)
- ½ teaspoon mustard
- ½ cup beer (use your favorite beer)
Instructions
How to make the marinade:
- The first step is to combine the garlic, salt, pepper, and chipotle peppers. You can use a food processor or even a blender.
- The second step after you make the garlic paste is to combine this one with the rest of the ingredients in a large bowl or even a resealable bag.
- The next step is to place the meat into the marinade, cover and pop it in the refrigerate for at least an hour.
How to grill the flank steak:
- No matter if you are using an outdoor or indoor grill, It is important to preheat the grill to medium-high temperature.
- The first step is to remove the meat from the marinade and tap dry with a paper towel. Then, place the meat on the grill
- Cook each side of the steak for about 3 to 5 minutes and then place it on a cutting board to rest for at least 10 to 20 minutes before cutting into it.
Notes
- Take the meat out of the refrigerator 30 minutes before grilling
- Make sure to cut the meat against the grain with a good sharp knife.
Nutrition
Calories: 119kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 45mg | Sodium: 490mg | Potassium: 258mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 1mg