Carne Asada Gerardo's Baja Grill California

Transport your taste buds straight to sunny Southern California with this mouthwatering Carne Asada inspired by Gerardo's Baja Grill. Tender skirt steak is marinated in a zesty blend of orange juice, lime juice, soy sauce, and spices like cumin and smoked paprika, then grilled to smoky perfection. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or craving authentic street tacos, this recipe delivers bold, citrusy flavors with every bite. Served in warm tortillas and topped with fresh pico de gallo, creamy guacamole, and a squeeze of lime, this crowd-pleaser is a must-try for carne asada enthusiasts. Perfect for taco nights or casual dinners, this recipe is your gateway to California-style grilling at its best!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Skirt steak (or flank steak)
• 0.5 cup Orange juice
• 0.25 cup Lime juice
• 0.25 cup Olive oil
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 12 small tortillas Tortillas (for serving)
• 1 cup Pico de gallo (for topping)
• 1 cup Guacamole (for topping)
• 4 pieces Lime wedges (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Trim any excess fat or silverskin from the skirt steak, if needed, and set aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine orange juice, lime juice, olive oil, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Whisk thoroughly to create the marinade.

Step 3

Place the steak in a large zip-seal bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the steak, ensuring the meat is fully coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight for best flavor.

Step 4

Remove the steak from the refrigerator and allow it to come to room temperature, about 20-30 minutes, before grilling.

Step 5

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Once hot, lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.

Step 6

Remove the steak from the marinade, letting any excess drip off. Place the steak on the grill and cook for 3-5 minutes per side, depending on your preferred level of doneness (3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare).

Step 7

Transfer the steak to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes to retain its juices.

Step 8

Slice the steak against the grain into thin strips for serving.

Step 9

Warm the tortillas on the grill or stovetop for about 30 seconds on each side.

Step 10

Serve the carne asada in warm tortillas, topped with pico de gallo, guacamole, and a squeeze of fresh lime. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2419.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4765.2

Total Fat 219.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 55.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.4g
Cholesterol 680.4mg	0%
Sodium 10047.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 373.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 49.2g	0%
Total Sugars 38.5g
Protein 318.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 817.5mg	0%
Iron 52.0mg	0%
Potassium 6683.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.6%

Protein: 26.8%

Carbs: 31.6%