Air Fryer Carne Asada

Air Fryer Carne Asada is made by marinating tender flank steak in a blend of Mexican spices including chili powder, chili & lime seasoning, garlic, and cumin.

Why You’ll Love It

• Flavorful Marinade: The combination of chili powder, chili & lime seasoning, garlic, and cumin creates a rich and aromatic marinade that infuses the flank steak with irresistible flavors.
• Quick and Convenient: Using the air fryer cuts down on cooking time while still delivering juicy and tender carne asada, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
• Versatile Dish: Serve the succulent carne asada slices in tacos, burritos, salads, or as a standalone main course.

Helpful Tips

• When slicing the cooked carne asada, be sure to cut against the grain for maximum tenderness.
• Serve the carne asada with traditional Mexican sides such as rice, beans, tortillas, salsa, and guacamole for a complete and satisfying meal.
• Adjust the cooking time according to the thickness of your steak and your desired level of doneness. Thicker cuts may require additional cooking time.

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Air Fryer Carne Asada

Air Fryer Carne Asada is made by marinating tender flank steak in a blend of Mexican spices including chili powder, chili & lime seasoning, garlic, and cumin.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 8 minutes mins

Marinating time 2 hours hrs

Total Time 2 hours hrs 23 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine Mexican

Servings 6 servings

Calories 269 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 2 pounds flank or skirt steak
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 4 cloves garlic minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper for heat
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt to taste

Instructions

 

• In a bowl, whisk together the orange juice, lime juice, soy sauce, minced garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, black pepper, cayenne pepper (if using), and olive oil to create the marinade.
• Place the flank or skirt steak in a shallow dish or a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over the steak, ensuring it is well coated. Marinate the steak in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to infuse.
• Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
• Remove the marinated steak from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 20-30 minutes.
• Pat the steak dry with paper towels and season with salt to taste.
• Place the steak in the preheated air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 8-10 minutes for medium-rare, flipping the steak halfway through the cooking time.
• Once the steak is cooked to your desired doneness, transfer it to a cutting board and let it rest for a few minutes.
• Slice the Carne Asada against the grain into thin strips.
• Serve the Air Fryer Carne Asada with your favorite sides, such as warm tortillas, salsa, guacamole, and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Calories: 269kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 34gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 91mgSodium: 627mgPotassium: 603mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 332IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 48mgIron: 3mg

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