Carne Asada in the Oven
Learn how to cook the best Carne Asada in the Oven with just a baking dish and a broiler. This easy recipe is packed with flavor from the homemade marinade and cooks up in about 10 minutes!
Servings: 6 people
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- 2 limes juiced
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 lbs flank steak
Instructions
- In a medium glass bowl, whisk together all of the oil, lime juice, garlic, cilantro, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Place the steak in a glass baking tray, and pour the marinade over it. Ensure both sides of the steak are well coated. Cover the baking tray with plastic wrap and marinate for 1 to 4 hours. You can marinate overnight for even more flavor.
- Position the top oven rack about 4 inches from the broiler and preheat the broiler to high. Place the meat on a heavy-duty baking sheet or broiling pan lined with foil. Broil for 4 to 6 minutes on each side. Remove from the oven when the internal temperature reaches 135°F for medium-rare or 145°F for medium or 160˚F for well done.
- Place the steak on a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes. Then, slice it thinly against the grain and serve.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients vs bottled or store-bought for the best flavor.
- Ensure the broiler is completely pre-heated before putting the steak in.
- Line your baking sheet with foil for easy cleanup.
- Carne Asada is one of the best meal-prep recipes you can make because it's versatile and keeps well in the refrigerator. It's especially great in meal prep bowls, taco salad, or steak sandwiches.
- To keep the leftovers as fresh as possible, store the carne asada in an airtight container for up to 4 days. You can also keep it in a freezer bag and freeze the leftovers for up to 3 months.
- When you’re ready to reheat, put the carne asada in a covered skillet with some pan drippings until it warms through.
Nutrition
Serving: 1/6 | Calories: 257kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 19g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 434mg | Potassium: 88mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g