Carne Asada

we had this at a Stake Meeting and it was very tasty!
some of these spices you may not have, but i'm pretty sure if you take a walk down the Mexican isle and look at the spices (they're cheap!) you may find them. maybe i'll find them all and mix them together and send you all some if you think that would be a good idea.

This is a "do-ahead dish" make it the night before to marinate for 24 hours.


4 lbs. flank steak (approx. 3-4 flanks)
1/2 c. white vinegar
3/4 c. soy sauce
3/4 c. olive oil
6 garlic cloves, finely chopped
3 limes, juiced
1/2 onion, finely chopped
1/2 jalapeno, finely chopped (optional)
1/2 New Mexico chili, finely chopped (optional)
2 t. salt
2 t. ground black pepper
2 t. garlic powder
2 t ancho chili powder
2 t. chipotle chili powder
2 t. ground oregano
2 t. ground cumin
2 t. ground paprika

Slice flank steak into strips 1/2" wide across the grain of the flank. Then mix all other ingredients into a container. Omit the jalapeno and New Mexico peppers for a milder flavor. Add the meat and knead the marinade into the meat by hand. Let sit for 8 - 24 hours, the longer the better. Lay marinated strips flat on the grill and cook 4-5 minutes at approx. 350*, then flip strips and cook for another 2-3 minutes. This recipe will serve 10-12.