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Crockpot Carne Asada

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Flank steak is a lean cut of beef rich in protein, iron, and B vitamins. The citrus marinade helps tenderize the meat while adding vitamin C and bright flavor without extra calories.
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Crockpot Carne Asada

Crockpot Carne Asada

Recipe by Daily Disher

Crockpot Carne Asada features flank steak marinated in orange juice, lime juice, and Mexican spices, slow-cooked until tender and perfect for tacos, burritos, or bowls.

Course: MainCuisine: MexicanDifficulty: Easy
3.5 from 16 votes
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Servings

4

servings
Prep time

15

minutes
Cooking time

8

hours 
Calories

500

kcal

8

hours 

15

minutes

    Ingredients

    • 2 lbs flank steak

    • 1 cup orange juice

    • 1/2 cup lime juice

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil

    • 4 cloves garlic, minced

    • 1 teaspoon cumin

    • 1 teaspoon chili powder

    • 1 teaspoon paprika

    • 1 teaspoon salt

    • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

    • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

    • 1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped

    • 1 large onion, sliced

    Directions

    • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together orange juice, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes until well combined.
    • Place the flank steak in a crockpot, then pour the prepared marinade over the steak, making sure it is evenly coated on all sides.
    • Add the chopped cilantro and sliced onion on top of the steak in the crockpot. Cover and cook on low heat for 8 hours.
    • After cooking, remove the steak from the crockpot and let it rest for about 5 minutes before slicing it thinly against the grain.
    • Serve the sliced carne asada with warm tortillas, fresh lime wedges, and any additional toppings you desire, such as guacamole or salsa.

    Nutrition Facts

    • Total number of serves: 4
    • Calories: 500kcal
    • Cholesterol: 0mg
    • Sodium: 620mg
    • Potassium: 400mg
    • Sugar: 8g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Calcium: 60mg
    • Iron: 2mg

    This Crockpot Carne Asada takes the beloved Mexican street food and makes it completely foolproof with slow cooker convenience that delivers tender, flavorful results every time. The citrus marinade—a vibrant combination of orange and lime juice with aromatic garlic and warm spices—infuses the flank steak with incredible flavor while the long, slow cooking breaks down the meat until it’s melt-in-your-mouth tender. Fresh cilantro and onions cook right alongside the beef, creating layers of flavor that make this perfect for tacos, burritos, nachos, or rice bowls—basically any way you want to enjoy authentic carne asada at home.

    3.5 from 16 votes

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