Carne Asada (Paleo, Whole30, AIP)
This carne asada is a flavorful recipe to grill during the summer! It's perfect for making tacos, fries, or eating in a burrito bowl.
Ingredients
- ½ cup orange juice
- ¼ cup lime juice about 2 limes
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup avocado oil
- Optional- 1 jalapeno diced (omit for AIP)
- 3 cloves garlic smashed
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro chopped
- 1 tsp sea salt
- ½ tsp black pepper omit for AIP
- 1.5 lb flank steak
To serve
- Avocado
- Red onion
- Cilantro
- Cauliflower rice for burrito bowls
- Tortillas for non-whole30
Instructions
- Combine the orange juice, lime juice, apple cider vinegar, avocado oil, garlic, herbs, and spices and mix well to combine.
- Add the marinade to a large bag or a deep bowl and add the flank steak, making sure that the steak is fully covered in the marinade. Place in the fridge for at least 2-3 hours. Remove the steak from the marinade and allow it to come to room temperature.
- Prepare the grill (or grill pan) by setting to medium-high heat. Coat lightly with avocado oil.
- Once the grill is hot, add the flank steak to the grill and grill for about 5-8 minutes on each side. The internal temperature should read 145-155F for a medium steak.
- Remove from the grill and allow to rest for 10 minutes before slicing very thin against the grain.
- Serve as tacos, or burrito bowls!
Notes
All nutrition facts are estimations and will vary. Nutrition facts do not include optional/'to serve' ingredients.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 251kcal | Carbohydrates: 3.8g | Protein: 24.6g | Fat: 14.8g | Fiber: 0.2g