Tri-Tip Carne Asada: Discover the Secret Marinade!
A flavorful and tender Tri-Tip Carne Asada marinated to perfection, ideal for grilling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 35 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Tri-Tip steak
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, lime juice, garlic, cumin, chili powder, black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper.
- Place the Tri-Tip steak in a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over it.
- Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove the steak from the marinade and discard the marinade.
- Grill the Tri-Tip for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until it reaches your desired doneness.
- Let the steak rest for 10 minutes before slicing against the grain.
- Serve with your favorite toppings and sides.
Notes
- For best flavor, marinate overnight.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more or less cayenne pepper.
- Serve with fresh cilantro and lime wedges for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg