Cilantro Lime Carne Asada

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This Cilantro Lime Carne Asada is the perfect easy, weeknight dinner! Flank steak is marinated in a bright, flavorful mix of cilantro, lime juice, and seasonings, then grilled until juicy and tender. Enjoy with rice and beans, in tacos or burritos, on a taco salad, you name it. Just 5 minutes of prep needed!

Prep Time5

Cook Time10

marinate20

Total Time35

Servings: Servings

Calories: 279kcal

Ingredients

For the carne asada seasoning

1½ teaspoons chili powder
1½ teaspoons garlic powder
1½ teaspoons ground cumin
1½ teaspoons paprika
¾ teaspoon salt
¾ teaspoon black pepper
¾ teaspoon oregano

To marinate the carne asada

2 pounds flank steak
1/4 cup fresh lime juice about 2-3 limes
1/2 cup chopped cilantro
3 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions

Mix all of the ingredients for the carne asada seasoning together.
In a zip top bag or container, combine the flank steak with the seasoning mix, lime juice, cilantro, and 2 tablespoons of oil.
Let marinate for at least 20 minutes.
When ready to cook, heat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. Brush the grill with the remaining oil, then place the flank steak on the grate and cook for 4-6 minutes. Flip and cook on the other side until cooked to desired doneness.
Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes, then slice carne asada into thin slices against the grain of the meat.

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