Chile Carne Asada

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 1

A Spicy and Succulent Recipe for Chile Carne Asada

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	5 -6 dried red chilies
	2 tablespoons lime juice
	1/4 teaspoon cumin
	2 -3 lbs steak ( skirt or flank )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

350

Sugar

Fat

16g

Chile Carne Asada is a Mexican dish consisting of marinated and grilled steak. The steak is typically served thinly sliced and used as a main course, or in tacos, burritos, or salads. This recipe uses dried red chili peppers for a spicy kick, lime juice, and cumin to create a flavorful marinade. The result is a juicy and succulent steak with a smoky and spicy flavor. This dish is perfect for those who love Mexican cuisine and bold flavors.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
2.	Toast the dried red chili peppers in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes. Remove and let them cool.
3.	Remove the stems and seeds from the chili peppers and place them in a blender. Add in lime juice, cumin, and water (enough to cover the chili peppers).
4.	Blend until smooth. Reserve some of the chili paste for basting later, and pour the rest over the steak.
5.	Marinate the steak in the chili paste for at least one hour, or overnight, in the fridge.
6.	Grill the steak over high heat for 3-5 minutes on each side, basting occasionally with the reserved chili paste.
7.	Transfer the steak to a plate, cover with foil, and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.

PROS

This recipe results in a juicy and flavorful steak with a spicy kick.

It’s easy to make, and can be cooked on a grill or in a broiler.

Carne asada can be served as a main dish or used in tacos, burritos, or salads.

CONS

The spiciness level may be too high for some people, and the chili paste can be messy to work with.

Flank or skirt steak can be expensive depending on where you purchase it from.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lean cuts of steak like skirt or flank steak can be a good source of protein and iron.
The cumin in this recipe contains antioxidants that can help reduce inflammation.