Recipe Name: Big J’s Carne Asada
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Prep Time: 24 hours
Total Time: 24 hours 45 minutes
Description: Using orange juice instead of the traditional lemon juice gives this carne asada a sweeter taste, making it perfect for large gatherings or parties. Marinating the meat for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, allows the flavors to penetrate deeply, resulting in a juicy and flavorful dish that everyone will enjoy.
Recipe Category: Meat
Keywords: Mexican, Very Low Carbs, High Protein, High In…, Weeknight, For Large Groups
Nutritional Information (per serving, based on 20 servings):
- Calories: 493.6
- Fat Content: 22.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 8.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 133.7mg
- Sodium Content: 176.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 6.7g
- Fiber Content: 0.4g
- Sugar Content: 4.8g
- Protein Content: 61.2g
Ingredients:
- 10 pounds of meat (preferably flank steak or skirt steak)
- 1 yellow onion
- 1 purple onion
- 1 green bell pepper
- 1 bunch of cilantro
- 2-3 cloves of garlic
- 1 quart of orange juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- In a large plastic or other non-reactive bowl, place a layer of meat.
- In a small bowl, mix together the yellow onion, purple onion, green bell pepper, cilantro, and garlic.
- Spread a handful of the onion mixture over the layer of meat, then pour enough orange juice to cover the meat. Season with salt and pepper.
- Repeat the layers until all the meat is used, pouring any remaining orange juice over the mixture.
- Marinate the meat for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight. Halfway through marinating, turn the meat over to ensure even distribution of flavors.
- Grill the marinated meat over charcoal. Cooking time will depend on the thickness of the meat and the heat of the grill, but it’s usually not more than 5 minutes per side for medium doneness.
- Once cooked to your liking, remove the carne asada from the grill and serve it with salsa on the side.
Additional Tips:
- For added flavor, you can add sliced jalapeños or chipotle peppers to the marinade.
- Serve the carne asada with warm tortillas, guacamole, and lime wedges for a complete Mexican feast.
- Leftover carne asada can be used in tacos, burritos, salads, or sandwiches for quick and delicious meals throughout the week.
- Make sure to slice the meat thinly against the grain for the most tender results.
With its vibrant flavors and tender texture, Big J’s Carne Asada is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. Enjoy the sweet and savory goodness of this crowd-pleasing dish!
