Jul 17 2026
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La Jefa Carne Asada Recipe

Inspired by Mezcalito Durham
Time1h
Serves4

steak / shrimp with shell / rice / refried beans / onions / pico de gallo / guacamole / lettuce / corn on the cob / hot pepper / flour tortillas

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Ingredients

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Meat

Vegetables

Beans & Rice

Condiments

Tortillas

Method

Preparation of Meat

  1. 1

    Marinate the Meat

    In a bowl, marinate the flank steak with salt, pepper, and your choice of spices for at least 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    Cook the Steak

    Grill the marinated flank steak on medium-high heat for about 6-8 minutes on each side, or until it reaches your desired doneness. Allow to rest before slicing.

  3. 3

    Cook the Shrimp

    In the same grill or a separate pan, cook the shrimp with salt and pepper for about 2-3 minutes on each side, until fully cooked.

Cooking Vegetables

  1. 4

    Grill the Corn

    Place the corn on the grill for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked and charred.

  2. 5

    Sauté the Onions

    In a skillet, sauté sliced onions until they are translucent and slightly caramelized.

Assembly

  1. 6

    Prepare the Tortillas

    Warm the flour tortillas in a skillet or microwave until pliable.

  2. 7

    Assemble the Plate

    On a large plate, layer the rice, refried beans, sliced steak, shrimp, sautéed onions, pico de gallo, guacamole, lettuce, and grilled corn.

  3. 8

    Serve

    Serve with warm tortillas and hot peppers on the side.

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