Air Fryer Carne Asada Beef
This carne asada is marinated in all the best flavors, then cooked to perfection in the air fryer.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds (0.9 kg) flank or skirt steak
- 1/4 cup (62 g) orange juice
- 1/4 cup (61 g) lime juice
- 1/4 cup (58 g) soy sauce
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon (2 g) ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon (2 g) chili powder
- 1 teaspoon (2 g) smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon (1 g) dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon (1 g) ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon (0.5 g) cayenne pepper optional, for heat
- 2 tablespoons (28 g) 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.
Notes
- 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.
All air fryers have different wattage and may cook at different rates. You may need to adjust the time or temp for the best results.
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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