Carne Asada Recipe
Sliced marinated steak, sautéed onions, green chiles, fries, flour tortilla, one side.
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Ingredients
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Meat
Vegetables
Sides
Method
Marinating the Steak
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a bowl, mix together olive oil, lime juice, garlic powder, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
- 2
Marinate the Steak
Place the flank steak in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over it. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
Cooking the Steak and Vegetables
- 3
Cook the Steak
Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade, letting excess marinade drip off. Cook the steak for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until it reaches your desired level of doneness. Remove from heat and let it rest for about 5 minutes before slicing.
- 4
Preparing the Fries and Tortillas
- 5
Cook the French Fries
Prepare the French fries according to package instructions if using frozen, or fry fresh potatoes until golden and crispy.
- 6
Heat the Tortillas
Warm the flour tortillas on the grill or in a skillet for about 30 seconds on each side until they are pliable.
