Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsMelt Kitchen and BarCarne Asada Recipe

Carne Asada Recipe

Time50m
Serves4

carne asada steak, lettuce, radish, red onions, topped with house-made cilantro vinaigrette, cotija cheese & fresh cilantro

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation Steps

  1. 1

    Marinate the Carne Asada

    In a bowl, combine lime juice, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Add the carne asada steak, ensuring it's well coated. Marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight in the refrigerator.

  2. 2

    Grill the Steak

    Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade and grill for about 6-8 minutes on each side, or until desired doneness. Allow the steak to rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Vinaigrette

    In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, chopped cilantro, salt, and pepper to taste. Set aside.

  4. 4

    Assemble the Dish

    On a large platter, layer the lettuce, sliced carne asada, radish, and red onion. Drizzle with the house-made cilantro vinaigrette, then sprinkle cotija cheese and fresh cilantro on top.

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