Carne Asada
This Carne Asada delivers 32g protein and 322 calories per serving, providing lean protein with minimal added fat. Quick-preps 6 servings on the stovetop, stretching through multiple meals without batch-cooking fatigue. Built for cutting phases where you need high protein within controlled calories.
Ingredients
- •Orange Juice, Fresh(60g)
- •Lime Juice, Fresh(60g)
- •Olive oil(30g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Garlic(30g)
- •Oregano, Dried(10g)
- •Chili powder(10g)
- •2 Teaspoons Kosher Salt, Plus More To Taste
- •Cumin, Ground(10g)
- •1 Teaspoon Freshly Cracked Black Pepper, Plus More To Taste
- •Cayenne Pepper, Ground(1g)
- •Beef Flank Steak, Boneless(907g)
Instructions
- 1Whisk together the orange juice, lime juice, olive oil, fresh garlic, dried oregano, chili powder, ground cumin, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl until combined.
- 2Place the flank steak in a zip-top bag or shallow dish, pour the marinade over it, and turn to coat evenly. Seal and refrigerate for 1 to 4 hours.
- 3Remove the flank steak from the marinade, discard excess liquid, and pat dry with paper towels.
- 4Heat a large cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat for 2–3 minutes until very hot.
- 5Add the flank steak to the hot pan and cook 5–7 minutes per side over medium-high heat, until the internal temperature reaches 130–135°F for medium-rare and a dark crust forms on both sides.
- 6Transfer the steak to a cutting board and rest for 5–10 minutes to retain juices.
- 7Thinly slice the steak against the grain and divide evenly into 6 airtight containers while still warm.
- 8Seal containers and refrigerate for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition — Per Serving
322
calories
32g
protein
20g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 6g
- Saturated fat
- 6.2g
- Sodium
- 130 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 1.7g
6 servings per batch · ~186g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Carne Asada have per serving?
Each serving delivers 32g of protein and 322 calories with 20g fat and 6g carbs. This is a lean, protein-focused option with minimal carbohydrate contribution.
How long does Carne Asada take to prep?
Quick prep stovetop recipe that batch-preps 6 servings at once, making it highly efficient for meal prepping multiple protein servings throughout the week. One cooking session covers multiple meals with minimal active time.
Is Carne Asada good for muscle gain?
At 32g protein and 322 calories per serving, this recipe is well-suited for muscle-building phases where high protein intake pairs with controlled calories. The minimal carbs (6g) make it stackable with carbohydrate sources around training times.
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