Bobby Flay Carne Asada Recipe
If you love grilled meat with bold flavor, this Bobby Flay Carne Asada Recipe is perfect. It is juicy, smoky and full of spices.
Ingredients
- 1 pound flank steak or skirt steak
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Juice of 2 limes
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
Instructions
Prepare the Marinade
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, lime juice, garlic, cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt and pepper until well combined.
Marinate the Steak
- Place steak in marinade. Coat evenly and cover. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour for best flavor.
Preheat the Grill
- Heat grill to high temperature. Make sure it is hot before placing the steak.
Grill the Steak
- Place steak on grill. Cook 4–5 minutes each side for medium doneness with a nice char.
Rest the Meat
- Remove steak from grill. Let it rest for 5 minutes to keep juices inside.
Slice the Steak
- Cut steak against the grain into thin slices. This makes it tender and easy to eat.
Garnish and Serve
- Sprinkle chopped cilantro on top. Serve hot with your favorite sides.
Notes
- Marinate overnight for deeper flavor
- Use fresh lime juice for best taste
- Do not overcook the steak
- Add orange juice for sweetness
- Use grill pan if no outdoor grill
- Slice against the grain for tenderness
- Add chili flakes for extra heat
- Serve with tortillas for tacos