How to Grill Carne Asada?

Choose thin-cut flank steak or skirt steak

Trim excess fat and silver skin

Marinate with lime juice, orange juice, garlic, cilantro, olive oil, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper

Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably 4 to 8 hours

Preheat grill to high heat

Clean and oil the grill grates

Remove steak from marinade and let excess drip off

Pat steak lightly dry if needed

Grill steak over high heat for 3 to 5 minutes per side

Cook to desired doneness, usually medium-rare to medium

Avoid overcooking

Transfer steak to a cutting board and rest for 5 to 10 minutes

Slice thinly against the grain

Serve with tortillas, salsa, onions, and cilantro

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