Carne Asada is a beloved Mexican dish that has gained popularity all over the world. It is a dish made with grilled, marinated steak that is typically served in tacos or burritos, but can also be enjoyed in other ways. In this blog post, we will explore delicious Carne Asada recipes to try at home. These recipes are easy to make and can be customized to suit individual preferences and dietary restrictions.
Recipe #1: Classic Carne Asada Tacos Ingredients:
• 1 lb flank or skirt steak
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Corn tortillas
• Salsa, chopped onions, cilantro, and lime wedges for serving
Instructions:
1. In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Place the steak in a large resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over it. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
3. Heat a grill or grill pan over high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade and grill for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked to your desired level of doneness.
4. Let the steak rest for 5 minutes before slicing it thinly against the grain.
5. Serve the steak in warmed corn tortillas with salsa, chopped onions, cilantro, and lime wedges.
Recipe #2: Carne Asada Burrito Bowl Ingredients:
• 1 lb flank or skirt steak
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Brown rice
• Black beans
• Sliced avocado
• Chopped tomatoes
• Sliced jalapeños
• Sour cream
• Chopped cilantro
Instructions:
1. Prepare the steak as in Recipe #1.
2. While the steak is grilling, cook brown rice according to package instructions and warm up black beans.
3. Arrange the rice and black beans in a bowl, then top with the sliced steak, sliced avocado, chopped tomatoes, sliced jalapeños, sour cream, and chopped cilantro.
4. Serve hot and enjoy your delicious carne asada burrito bowl.
Recipe #3: Carne Asada Nachos Ingredients:
• 1 lb flank or skirt steak
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Tortilla chips
• Shredded cheese
• Chopped tomatoes
• Sliced jalapeños
• Sour cream
• Chopped cilantro
Instructions:
1. Prepare the steak as in Recipe #1.
2. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
3. Arrange the tortilla chips on a baking sheet and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
4. Bake in the oven for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
5. Top the nachos with the sliced steak, chopped tomatoes, sliced jalapeños, sour cream, and chopped cilantro.
6. Serve hot and enjoy your delicious carne asada nachos.
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