Carne Asada Skewers with Grilled Peppers

Name: Carne Asada Skewers with Grilled Peppers
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 2 pound flank steak; 0.25 cup olive oil; 0.25 cup fresh lime juice; 2 clove garlic (minced); 2 teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano; 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1.5 teaspoon salt; 0.75 teaspoon ground black pepper; 3 bell peppers (large, seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces); 1 red onion (cut into wedges); 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro (chopped); 6 metal skewers

Juicy marinated carne asada beef skewers grilled to perfection and served alongside smoky, colorful bell peppers.

Prep: 20 min
Cook: 15 min
Total: 35 min
Servings: 6
Cuisine: Mexican
Difficulty: Medium
Cost: $6.23/serving

Dietary

Low-Carb
Gluten-Free
Dairy-Free
Nut-Free
Soy-Free
Egg-Free
Paleo
High-Protein
Whole30

Ingredients

2 pound flank steak
0.25 cup olive oil
0.25 cup fresh lime juice
2 clove garlic (minced)
2 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1.5 teaspoon salt
0.75 teaspoon ground black pepper
3 bell peppers (large, seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces)
1 red onion (cut into wedges)
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro (chopped)
6 metal skewers

Instructions

If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes prior to cooking.
Slice the flank steak against the grain into 1/2-inch thick strips, about 2-3 inches long. In a large bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil, fresh lime juice, minced garlic, chili powder, ground cumin, dried oregano, cayenne pepper (if using), 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper. Add the steak strips and toss to coat. Marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature, or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Thread the marinated steak strips onto skewers, folding them accordion-style. Thread bell pepper pieces and red onion wedges onto separate skewers.
Lightly toss the bell pepper and red onion skewers with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper.
Grill the steak skewers for 2-3 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness. Grill the vegetable skewers for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until tender-crisp with some char marks.
Remove from grill and let the steak rest for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired, and serve immediately.

Notes

Marinating the steak helps tenderize it and infuse deep flavor. For extra heat, add a pinch more cayenne pepper to the marinade.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 440
Protein: 40.5 g
Carbohydrates: 12.8 g
Fat: 25.1 g
Fiber: 4.1 g
Sodium: 650 mg
Saturated Fat: 7.5 g
Sugar: 5.2 g
Cholesterol: 100 mg