Colombian Carne Asada
Recipe: #8867
April 03, 2013
"This makes wonderful meat for tacos de carne asada or fajitas."
Original is 3 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (474.5 g)
- Calories 569.5
- Total Fat - 37.3 g
- Saturated Fat - 12.4 g
- Cholesterol - 147.8 mg
- Sodium - 292.6 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 14.5 g
- Dietary Fiber - 2.3 g
- Sugars - 8.9 g
- Protein - 39.6 g
- Calcium - 115 mg
- Iron - 4.7 mg
- Vitamin C - 41.2 mg
- Thiamin - 0.2 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Puree everything except the steak in the food processor until smooth.
Step 2
Pour mixture over meat in a ziplock bag, seal out all air, and refrigerate 6 hours or overnight.
Step 3
Grill under broiler or on outdoor grill until done to your liking, basting with extra marinade if you like.
Step 4
Let the meat sit undisturbed for about 10 minutes before slicing thinly across the grain.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- When selecting the beef skirt steak, look for a cut that is bright red in color and has a good amount of marbling.
- When using the lager beer, make sure to choose one with a mild flavor so it doesn't overpower the other ingredients.
- Substitute beef skirt steak for pork tenderloin: The benefit of this substitution is that pork tenderloin is a leaner cut of meat, so it will be lower in fat and calories. This substitution also adds a different flavor profile to the dish, which can be a nice change of pace.
- Substitute lager beer for white wine: The benefit of this substitution is that white wine will add a more subtle flavor to the marinade, while the lager beer will give it a more robust flavor. The thinking behind this substitution is that the flavor of the marinade will be more pronounced with the lager beer, adding more depth to the overall dish.
Mexican Carne Asada Replace the lager beer with tequila, the Worcestershire sauce with hot sauce, and the sazon seasoning with chili powder. Grill the steak over a medium-high heat, basting with the marinade. Serve with warm tortillas, guacamole, and salsa.
Carne Asada Fajitas Replace the lager beer with lime juice, the Worcestershire sauce with soy sauce, and the sazon seasoning with cumin. Grill the steak over a medium-high heat, basting with the marinade. Serve with warm tortillas, guacamole, sour cream, and salsa.
Mexican Street Corn Salad - This delicious side dish is the perfect accompaniment to Colombian Carne Asada. It features sweet corn, creamy mayo, tangy lime juice, and a hint of chili powder, making it a flavorful and satisfying addition to your meal.
Mexican Rice: This flavorful side dish is the perfect complement to Mexican Street Corn Salad. It features long grain rice cooked with tomatoes, onions, garlic, and spices, making it a flavorful and satisfying accompaniment to the Carne Asada.
FAQ
Q: How long should I marinade the steak?
A: You should marinade the steak for 6 hours or overnight for best results.
Q: What is the best way to cook the steak?
A: The best way to cook the steak is to pan fry it on a medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes each side.
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Fun facts:
The Colombian Carne Asada recipe is a favorite of Shakira, the famous Colombian singer. She often serves this dish to her guests when entertaining.
The recipe for Colombian Carne Asada is believed to have originated in the colonial era of Latin America. It is one of the oldest and most beloved recipes of the region.