Lisa's Favorite Carne Asada Marinade

Elevate your carne asada game with Lisa's Favorite Carne Asada Marinade—a zesty, flavor-packed combination of vibrant citrus juices, savory soy sauce, and aromatic spices that will transform any cut of steak into a mouthwatering masterpiece. Fresh cilantro, minced garlic, and a touch of jalapeño (optional for a bit of heat) add bold, authentic Mexican-inspired flavors, while cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder provide a smoky, earthy depth. This easy-to-make marinade requires only 10 minutes of prep time, making it perfect for busy weeknights or backyard cookouts. Let your steak soak in the tangy goodness for at least 2 hours (or up to 8 for maximum flavor infusion), then fire up the grill for tender, juicy results every time. Pair with warm tortillas, fresh guacamole, and lime wedges for a fiesta-worthy feast! Keywords: carne asada marinade, Mexican steak marinade, citrus marinade for steak, grilled carne asada recipe, easy marinade recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Orange juice
• 0.5 cup Lime juice
• 0.3333 cup Soy sauce
• 0.25 cup Olive oil
• 0.25 cup Cilantro, chopped
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 whole Jalapeño, finely chopped (optional)
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Kosher salt

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped cilantro, minced garlic, jalapeño (if using), ground cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, ground black pepper, and kosher salt to the bowl.

Step 3

Whisk again to ensure all ingredients are fully incorporated into the marinade.

Step 4

Place your choice of steak (such as skirt steak or flank steak) into a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Seal the bag (or cover the dish) and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, but ideally 6–8 hours for maximum flavor. Do not marinate for more than 12 hours to avoid breaking down the meat texture too much.

Step 7

After marination, remove the steak from the marinade, allowing any excess liquid to drip off. Discard the used marinade.

Step 8

Grill the steak over high heat for 5–7 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until it reaches your desired level of doneness.

Step 9

Remove the steak from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes. Slice it thinly against the grain and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(608.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	761.6

Total Fat 58.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3731.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 52.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.8g	0%
Total Sugars 24.0g
Protein 13.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 143.9mg	0%
Iron 6.0mg	0%
Potassium 1215.5mg	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: 66.9%

Protein: 6.7%

Carbs: 26.4%