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Carne Asada Marinade & Sauce

This flavorful marinade is a classic for a variety of steak cuts. Prepare Carne Asada with it or use to flavor other grilled beef.

  • 20
    min
  • 16
    SERVINGS
  • 40
    Cal
  • 1 g
    Protein

Ingredients:

Marinade
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup canola oil
  • 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano leaves
  • 4-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 4-1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 4-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 4-1/2 teaspoons ground ancho chile pepper
  • 2 teaspoons ground guajillo chile peppers
  • 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder

Cooking:

  1. Combine all ingredients in a blender or small food processor; pulse until smooth. Place in a airtight container; store in refrigerator for up to seven days.

    Cook's Tip: You may substitute paprika, smoked paprika, chipotle powder or cayenne pepper for the ground ancho or guajillo chile pepper.

  2. Place beef steak(s) and marinade in food-safe plastic bag; turn steak(s) to coat. Close bag securely and marinate in refrigerator 15 minutes to 2 hours for tender steaks; 6 hours or as long as overnight for less tender steaks, turning occasionally.

  3. Remove steak(s) from bag; discard marinade. Place steak(s) on grid over medium, ash-covered coals or over medium heat on preheated gas grill. Grill according to the chart for medium rare (145°F) to medium (160°F) doneness, turning occasionally.


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44 CALORIES

0 % *

0.3g SAT FAT

0 % DV **

0.5g PROTEIN

0 % DV

0.5 mg IRON

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0.1 mg ZINC

0 % DV

* Based on a 2,000 calorie diet
** Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet

Nutrition information per serving, 1 tablespoon: 44 Calories; 34.2 Calories from fat; 3.8g Total Fat (0.3 g Saturated Fat; 0 g Trans Fat; 1.1 g Polyunsaturated Fat; 2.2 g Monounsaturated Fat;) 0 mg Cholesterol; 660 mg Sodium; 2.7 g Total Carbohydrate; 0.7 g Dietary Fiber; 0.8 g Total Sugars; 0.5 g Protein; 0 g Added Sugars; 13.7 mg Calcium; 0.5 mg Iron; 59 mg Potassium; 0 mcg Vitamin D; 0 mg Riboflavin; 0.2 mg NE Niacin; 0.1 mg Vitamin B6; 0 mcg Vitamin B12; 6.5 mg Phosphorus; 0.1 mg Zinc; 0.2 mcg Selenium; 1.1 mg Choline.

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