The Best Carne Asada
About this recipe
Carne Asada is a classic dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine to your grill. This version, presented by Sam the Cooking Guy, features a simple yet flavorful marinade that elevates the sirloin flap steak, making it incredibly tender and delicious.
Using fresh ingredients like cilantro, garlic, and lime, this recipe captures the essence of traditional carne asada while keeping it straightforward and accessible. Perfect for a weekend cookout, this dish promises to impress your friends and family.
Ingredient notes
- Sirloin flap is similar to skirt steak, making it a great choice for this recipe.
- The lime should be zested and juiced for the marinade.
Tips from SAM THE COOKING GUY’s video
- Chop the cilantro into small pieces for better distribution in the marinade; a food processor is optional but not necessary.
- Marinate the meat for at least 1 hour, but up to 4 hours will enhance the flavor significantly.
- When grilling, aim for about 3 minutes on each side, adjusting based on the thickness of the meat to reach your desired doneness.
- Always slice the meat against the grain to ensure maximum tenderness.
Good to know
- What type of meat is used for this carne asada?
- The recipe uses sirloin flap, which is similar to skirt steak.
- How long should I marinate the meat?
- You should marinate the meat for at least 1 hour, but up to 4 hours is recommended for better flavor.
- How do I know when the carne asada is done?
- Grill the meat for about 3 minutes on each side, or until it reaches your desired doneness.
- What should I do after grilling the carne asada?
- Let the meat rest for a few minutes before slicing it against the grain.
No life story here — the video and the recipe are the whole point. All credit to SAM THE COOKING GUY: watch the original on YouTube.
The recipe
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
Chop the cilantro into small pieces.
- 2
Mince the garlic cloves.
- 3
In a bowl, combine the chopped cilantro, minced garlic, cumin, fresh ground pepper, kosher salt, olive oil, brown sugar, lime zest, lime juice, and soy sauce. Mix well to create the marinade.
- 4
Place the sirloin flap in a large dish and pour the marinade over it, ensuring the meat is well coated.
- 5
Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 4 hours for better flavor.
- 6
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- 7
Remove the marinated meat from the fridge and place it on the grill.
- 8
Grill the meat for about 3 minutes on each side, or until it reaches your desired doneness.
- 9
Once cooked, remove the meat from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- 10
Slice the meat against the grain to ensure tenderness.
Heads up — we had to guess a little:
- The quantity for sirloin flap is inferred as 1 lb based on typical serving sizes for carne asada.
Credit where it’s due: this recipe was transcribed from SAM THE COOKING GUY’s original video on YouTube. Follow them there — it’s their dish.
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