El Compadre Recipe

Inspired by Tin & Taco

Time1h 30m

Serves4

Carne Asada / Pico De Gallo / Fried Jalapenos / Garlic Pesto Sauce / Cotija Cheese

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Marinade
In a bowl, mix minced garlic, lime juice, olive oil, and salt. Marinate the flank steak for at least 30 minutes.
2
Cook the Flank Steak
Grill the marinated flank steak over medium-high heat for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until desired doneness. Let it rest before slicing.
3
Make Pico De Gallo
In a bowl, combine diced tomatoes, chopped onion, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Mix well and set aside.
4
Prepare Fried Jalapenos
Slice jalapenos and fry them in hot oil until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
5
Prepare Garlic Pesto Sauce
In a food processor, combine basil, garlic, pine nuts, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, and salt. Blend until smooth.
6
Assemble the Dish
Slice the grilled flank steak and serve it topped with pico de gallo, fried jalapenos, garlic pesto sauce, and crumbled cotija cheese.