Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCHICA MiamiCarne Asada Flatbread* Recipe

Carne Asada Flatbread* Recipe

Inspired by CHICA Miami
Time1h 30m
Serves4

Guacamole, Pickled Jalapeno, Pineapple Salsa

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Ingredients

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Flatbread

Pickled Jalapenos

Method

Flatbread

  1. 1

    Make the Flatbread Dough

    In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder. Mix well.

  2. 2

    Add Wet Ingredients

    Add olive oil and warm water to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.

  3. 3

    Knead and Rest

    Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth. Cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.

  4. 4

    Roll Out

    Divide the dough into 4 pieces, roll each into a flat circle about ¼ inch thick.

  5. 5

    Cook Flatbreads

    Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook each flatbread for 2-3 minutes on each side until lightly golden.

Carne Asada

  1. 6

    Marinate the Flank Steak

    In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.

  2. 7

    Add Steak

    Add flank steak to the marinade, ensuring it is well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.

  3. 8

    Grill the Steak

    Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Remove steak from marinade and grill for about 5-7 minutes per side for medium-rare.

  4. 9

    Rest and Slice

    Remove steak from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.

Guacamole

  1. 10

    Prepare the Avocados

    Cut the avocados in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a mixing bowl.

  2. 11

    Mash and Mix

    Mash the avocado with a fork, then add lime juice, minced garlic, salt, cilantro, and diced tomatoes. Mix until combined.

Pickled Jalapenos

  1. 12

    Prepare Pickling Liquid

    In a saucepan, combine white vinegar, water, sugar, and salt. Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves.

  2. 13

    Pickle the Jalapenos

    Add sliced jalapenos to the boiling liquid. Remove from heat and let cool before transferring to a jar.

Pineapple Salsa

  1. 14

    Mix Salsa Ingredients

    In a mixing bowl, combine diced pineapple, red onion, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Mix well.

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