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Beyti Sarma
Medium 55 min~610 kcal 9/10
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Carne Asada
A Mexican grill staple that marinates beef with lime, garlic, and cumin, then chars it fast over high heat for tacos or platters.
Medium⏱️ 1 hr 49 min📖 1 min readServes 4~410 kcal🇲🇽 Mexican🌍 Full translation
35 min prep 15 min cook 59 min rest
- #High Protein
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Timeline
Total 1 h 49 min- Prep35 min
- Resting/Marinating59 min
- Cooking15 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
For the marinade
- 4 clove Garlic
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) Cumin
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Olive oil
- 800 g Beef ribeye
- 4 tbsp(~60 ml) Lime juice
- 4 tbsp(~60 ml) Orange juice
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Instructions
- 1
Coat the meat with orange juice, lime, garlic, cumin, and oil.
- 2
Marinate the meat for 40 minutes so the acid flavors the surface without breaking it down too much.
40 min40:00 - 3
Heat the grill pan over very high heat for 3 minutes.
3 min03:00 - 4
Cook the meat for 8 minutes total, until both sides are browned.
8 min08:00 - 5
Rest the meat for 8 minutes, then slice against the grain.
8 min08:00
💡 Tip: Rest the meat for 5 minutes after grilling; the fibers relax and it keeps its juices. Limit the acidic marinade to 1 hour so the thin meat surface is flavored without over-softening.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve with tortillas, guacamole, and lime.
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Nutrition (per serving)
~410
kcal calories
32
g protein
6
g carbs
27
g fat
Protein 32%Carbs 6%Fat 62%
GI 21 · Low GIGL 1 · Low GL
1.6g
Sugar
0.4g
Fiber
5.3mg
Sodium
1g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Estimated satiety (per serving)
8/10Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
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FAQ
How many servings does Carne Asada make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Carne Asada take?
Prep 35 minutes, cooking 15 minutes, including 59 minutes of passive resting; 109 minutes in total.Is Carne Asada difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Carne Asada have?
Approximately 410 kcal per serving. Protein: 32g, carbs: 6g, fat: 27g.Is Carne Asada allergen-free?
Our algorithm flagged this recipe as free of common allergens. Still, check the ingredient list yourself.Which cuisine does Carne Asada belong to?
This recipe belongs to Mexican cuisine.How many ingredients does Carne Asada need?
This recipe needs 6 ingredients.Is Carne Asada filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 8/10; strongly filling, works as a main meal. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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