Chipotle Carne Asada
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound flank or skirt steak
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Juice of 1 orange
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne powder (add more for extra kick)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- In a big bowl, combine olive oil, orange juice, lime juice, soy sauce, white vinegar, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, black pepper, and cilantro.
- Whisk everything together to create a marinade. Taste and adjust any flavors to your liking.
- If using flank steak, slice it in half with the grain to create 2 thin steaks instead of 1 thick one.
- Place the steaks into the marinade. Cover and let them sit for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Preheat your skillet or grill over high heat.
- Remove the steak from the marinade and let the excess drip off. Place it on a cast iron skillet. Sear until one side is browned, about 4 minutes. Flip it over, add butter to the skillet, and sear the other side until browned for about 4 minutes.
- If you prefer your steak less rare and more done, bake it at 400°F until it reaches your desired temperature. Alternatively, lower the heat on the stove and cook it for 1 to 2 more minutes on each side for more doneness.
- Let the steak rest for 8 minutes.
- Slice against the grain into thin strips. Optionally, cube it into smaller pieces for tacos and burritos.
- Garnish with cilantro, a squeeze of lime, and salt and pepper as needed!
- Now, get ready to savor the mouthwatering flavors of your homemade Chipotle-style Carne Asada!
- Prep Time: 2 hours
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course