THE LIME-STUNG SLABS

(Our Play on Carne Asada Strips)

THE LIME-STUNG SLABS

Ingredients: 500g Flank or Skirt Steak (thin slices), 4 cloves Garlic (minced), 1 tbsp Cumin powder, 100ml Lime juice, 50ml Orange juice, 2 tbsp Soy sauce, 1 tsp Chili flakes, 1 tsp Black pepper...

Ingredients

  • 500g Flank or Skirt Steak (thin slices)
  • 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 1 tbsp Cumin powder
  • 100ml Lime juice
  • 50ml Orange juice
  • 2 tbsp Soy sauce
  • 1 tsp Chili flakes
  • 1 tsp Black pepper

Cooking Method

  1. The Coat Whisk juices, soy, garlic, and spices; rub heavily into the meat.
  2. The Rest Let sit for 30 minutes; the citrus acid will begin to break down the beef fibers.
  3. The Scorch Grill on maximum heat for 3 minutes per side until charred and the edges are blackened.
  4. The Bloom Add a tiny 15ml splash of water to the pan at the end to release the caramelized juices.
  5. The Final Flourish Slice against the grain and serve with a massive hit of raw fresh onion and coriander.

Cuisine: Mexican

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