Carne Asada Platter
4 servings
Carne Asada Platter features thin slices of grilled beef served along with grilled onions, homemade beans, salsa, and tortillas. This is the ultimate Mexican grilling recipe for any season!
Equipment
- charcoal or gas grill
- 4 Mexican clay platters optional
Ingredients
- 2 ½ pound skirt steak (cut into thin slices)
- 5 cloves garlic (peeled)
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- salt (to taste)
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 8 oz pale beer (or orange juice)
To assemble the platter
- tortillas (corn or flour)
- frijoles de la olla (pinto or black beans)
- cebollitas asadas (grill them along with the meat!)
- guacamole & pico de gallo
- fresh radishes (cut into quarters)
- salsa (any preferred Mexican salsa)
- lime wedges
Instructions
- Place the garlic cloves, black peppercorns, cumin seeds, and coarse salt in a molcajete or mortar.
- Add a drizzle of oil, the juice of 1 lemon, and pestle until you’ll have a paste.
- Place the meat in a large mixing bowl or dish, and spread the spices paste on all slices of beef.
- Pour the beer or orange juice and mix well.
- Cover the bowl with cling film and allow the meat to marinate for at least 2 hours, or even better, overnight.
- Preheat your grill to high heat. If using charcoal, ensure it is fully lit and the coals are ashed over. If using a gas grill, preheat for about 10-15 minutes.
- Place the meat on the grill and cook for about 3-5 minutes per side, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness.
Assemble the platter
- Place the grilled carne asada on a serving platter and add some beans on the side.
- Arrange some pico de gallo, guacamole, and grilled onions.
- Serve with tortillas, salsa, lime wedges, and radishes.
Notes
- You can also use powdered spices to make the paste.
- Adjust the seasonings and spices in the marinade to suit your taste preferences.
- Give the meat enough time to marinate. Ideally, marinate it for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to penetrate the meat and tenderize it.
- Make sure the grill grates are clean and well-oiled to prevent sticking.
- Since the meat is thinly sliced, it cooks quickly. Aim for 3-5 minutes per side, depending on the thickness of the meat, and monitor it closely to prevent overcooking.
Nutrition Information
Serving: 1 serving of carne asada without sides | Calories: 522kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 62g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 179mg | Sodium: 249mg | Potassium: 878mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 35IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 6mg