Entrée: Mexico – Carne Asada (Grilled Skirt Steak)
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Ingredients
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1 1 / 2–2 lb (680–900 g) skirt steak 10 oz (280 g) cremini mushrooms, halved 1 / 4 cup (60 ml) orange juice 3 tbsp (45 ml) fresh lime juice 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 / 4 cup (15 g) chopped cilantro 1 tsp (5 ml) ground cumin 1 tsp (5 ml) dried oregano 2 tbsp (30 ml) vegetable oil Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
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1 1 / 2–2 lb (680–900 g) skirt steak 10 oz (280 g) cremini mushrooms, halved 1 / 4 cup (60 ml) orange juice 3 tbsp (45 ml) fresh lime juice 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 / 4 cup (15 g) chopped cilantro 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp dried oregano 2 tbsp (30 ml) vegetable oil Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
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1. Whisk orange juice, lime juice, garlic, cilantro, cumin, oregano, oil, salt and pepper; place skirt steak in marinade for 1–4 hours. 2. Preheat grill to high heat and oil the grates. 3. Remove steak from marinade, pat dry, and grill 3–5 minutes per side until desired doneness; let rest 5–10 minutes. 4. Meanwhile, heat 1 tbsp (15 ml) oil in a skillet over medium‑high heat and sauté cremini mushrooms until golden and tender; season with salt and pepper. 5. Slice steak thinly against the grain and serve topped or alongside the sautéed mushrooms with lime wedges. ---
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1. Whisk orange juice, lime juice, garlic, cilantro, cumin, oregano, oil, salt and pepper; place skirt steak in marinade for 1–4 hours. 2. Preheat grill to high heat and oil the grates. 3. Remove steak from marinade, pat dry, and grill 3–5 minutes per side until desired doneness; let rest 5–10 minutes. 4. Meanwhile, heat 1 tbsp oil in a skillet over medium‑high heat and sauté cremini mushrooms until golden and tender; season with salt and pepper. 5. Slice steak thinly against the grain and serve topped or alongside the sautéed mushrooms with lime wedges. ---
Per serving | Servings: 4
Nutrition estimated: November 5, 2026
*Values are estimates based on USDA data and mathematical calculations. Actual values may vary. Where data are unavailable, those contributions are excluded. Calories, Carbohydrates, Protein, Fat, Saturated fat, Cholesterol, Fiber, Sugar, Sodium, Potassium, Calcium, Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin C and Vitamin D are known subtotals. Missing contributions are unknown, not zero.