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Authentic Carne Asada Marinade for Skirt Steak

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A simple, flavorful marinade recipe using lime and cilantro to tenderize skirt or flank steak for grilling.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs skirt steak or flank steak
  • 1 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1 large bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional, for spice)

Instructions

  1. Place the steak in a large, non-reactive dish or a resealable plastic bag.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, garlic, cumin, oregano, black pepper, salt, and jalapeño if you are using it. This is the best carne asada marinade for grilling.
  3. Pour the marinade over the steak, making sure the meat is fully coated.
  4. Cover the dish or seal the bag. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, but preferably 4 to 8 hours. Do not marinate for more than 12 hours, as the acid can break down the meat too much.
  5. Remove the steak from the marinade and pat it dry with paper towels before grilling over medium-high heat until cooked to your desired doneness.

Notes

  • For the best flavor, use fresh lime juice, not bottled.
  • If you are using flank steak, score the surface lightly before marinating to help the flavors penetrate deeper.
  • Let the meat rest for 10 minutes after grilling before slicing against the grain.

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