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Carne Asada Steaks and Fajitas

By Chelsie Kenyon, About.com

Steak Fajitas

Great on the grill as a steak or fajitas. Leave whole while grilling to maintain juices.

Prep Time: 2 hours,

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 3 lbs. flank or skirt steak
  • 1/4 cup oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon or lime juice
  • 1 tablespoons salt, kosher
  • 1 tablespoons black pepper, coarse ground
  • 1 tablespoon chile powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin

Preparation:

Rinse and pat meat dry. Combine lemon or lime juice with spices and oil Pour over meat and rub down so its completely covered with marinade. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours.

Cook on grill over medium-high heat for 20 to 25 minutes or until center is slightly pink.

Serve in large pieces as steaks, or thinly slice on the bias (perpendicular to the grain of the meat) for fajitas.

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