Carne Asada
This Carne Asada delivers 31g protein and 348 calories per serving, offering lean protein with slightly higher calorie density. Quick-preps 6 servings on the stovetop, scaling efficiently across your meal prep week. Ideal for maintenance phases where protein stays high while calories increase modestly.
Ingredients
- •Beef Flank Steak, Boneless(907g)
- •Garlic
- •Lime Juice, Fresh
- •Orange Juice, Fresh
- •JalapeñO Pepper
- •Cilantro, Fresh(120g)
- •Avocado oil(60g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Chili powder(5g)
- •Cumin, Ground(5g)
- •Oregano, Dried(3g)
- •Coarse Sea Salt And Black Pepper, To Taste
Instructions
- 1In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the garlic, lime juice, orange juice, jalapeño (if using), cilantro, oil, chili powder, cumin and oregano until combined.
- 2Place the flank steak in a shallow baking dish, pour the marinade evenly over the steak, and toss the steak until it is evenly coated in the marinade. (Alternately, you can combine the steak and marinade in a large Ziplock or Stasher bag and toss to coat.) Cover and refrigerate for 2 to 4 hours to marinate.
- 3Remove the dish from the refrigerator, lift the steak out of the marinade and transfer it to a clean plate. Season each side with a few generous pinches of salt and pepper, then let the steak rest for 30 minutes or until it reaches room temperature.
- 4Heat an outdoor grill or indoor grill pan (or cast-iron skillet or griddle) to high heat. Cook the steak for 5-7 minutes per side — resisting the urge to move the steak as it cooks so that it can sear properly — until it reaches your desired level of doneness. (See temperature chart below.)
- 5Transfer the steak to a clean plate and let it rest for 10 minutes, which will help to seal in the juices.
- 6Then slice the steak against the grain as thickly or thinly as you prefer. (Or you can dice the steak into small pieces.) Then serve and enjoy!
Nutrition — Per Serving
348
calories
31g
protein
25g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 2g
- Saturated fat
- 6.6g
- Sodium
- 112 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 1.1g
6 servings per batch · ~183g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Carne Asada have per serving?
Each serving contains 31g of protein and 348 calories with 25g fat and 2g carbs. This is a lean, protein-forward cut of meat with minimal carbohydrate content.
How long does Carne Asada take to make?
Carne Asada qualifies as quick prep and yields 6 servings, making it efficient for batch cooking multiple meals in one stovetop session. You'll have enough portions to cover several dinners or protein bases for the week.
Is Carne Asada good for fat loss?
At 348 calories and 31g protein per serving with virtually no carbs (2g), this recipe is ideal for fat loss phases where keeping calories controlled while maintaining protein intake is the priority. The high fat content (25g) keeps you satiated despite the low calorie total.
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