Carne Asada Steak with Arepas

Carne Asada Steak with Arepas

From Colombia

If you are ready to try giving Latin cuts of meat a try. Start with this flavorful recipe.

Latin cuts of beef are generally thinner and prepared with a flavorful combination of spices.

They cook quickly as they are thin and best when seared over high heat. Perfect for quick weeknight meal or for a weekend crowd. Serve this flavorful met over a warm arepa. Arepas are an essential part of the Colombian daily diet. They are eaten for breakfast lunch or dinner.

INGREDIENTS

  •  2-lb NY Strip steak any flank steak works as well
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 can/bottle of beer
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • Juice of 3 limes
  • 4 to 6 cloves of garlic minced
  • ¼ cup of finely chopped fresh cilantro (for serving)
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 packet Sazón Goya with achiote
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 warmed arepas

PREPARATION

  1. Whisk together all the liquid ingredients.
  2. Add in the garlic, cumin, Sazón Goya and salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Place the flank steak in a plastic storage bag. Add the marinade mixture to the bag with the steak. Seal bag tightly, then leave the steak to marinate overnight in the fridge or at least 3 hours for best result.
  4. Heat the grill to high/ med high. Remove steak from marinade and grill for 4 to 5 minutes on each side, or until it reaches desired doneness.
  5. Let steak rest for 5 minutes, then slice very thinly against the grain serve on top of warmed arepa with cilantro sprinkled on top.