Carne Asada Marinade

Transform your steak into a flavor-packed masterpiece with this zesty and robust Carne Asada Marinade. Bursting with the tangy notes of fresh orange and lime juice, the umami-rich depth of soy sauce, and the earthy warmth of cumin, smoked paprika, and oregano, this marinade is the ultimate seasoning for tender, smoky carne asada. A touch of olive oil ensures a juicy finish, while chopped cilantro, minced garlic, and jalapeño add layers of freshness and a subtle kick. Perfect for flank or skirt steak, this easy-to-make marinade takes just 10 minutes to prepare and works wonders when left to infuse for 6-8 hours. Fire up the grill or heat your skillet — this carne asada marinade promises bold, authentic flavors that will elevate your cookout game.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup Orange juice
• 0.25 cup Lime juice
• 0.25 cup Soy sauce
• 0.25 cup Olive oil
• 0.25 cup Cilantro, chopped
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pepper Jalapeño, seeded and minced
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Oregano
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the orange juice, lime juice, soy sauce, and olive oil. Whisk together until well mixed.

Step 2

Add the chopped cilantro, minced garlic, and minced jalapeño to the bowl.

Step 3

Sprinkle in the ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Stir the mixture thoroughly to ensure the spices are evenly dispersed throughout the marinade.

Step 5

Place the steak (flank or skirt steak recommended) into a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish.

Step 6

Pour the marinade over the steak, ensuring it is fully coated on all sides.

Step 7

Seal the bag or cover the dish, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably 6-8 hours for optimal flavor infusion.

Step 8

Remove the steak from the marinade and discard the excess liquid.

Step 9

Cook the steak according to your preferred method, such as grilling or pan-searing, until it reaches your desired doneness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(408.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	678.8

Total Fat 58.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4733.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 34.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.5g	0%
Total Sugars 12.9g
Protein 10.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 133.9mg	0%
Iron 6.0mg	0%
Potassium 855.9mg	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: 74.8%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 19.5%