Juicy, flavorful, and oh-so-easy.

The star of the show was always the carne asada.

What Is Arrachera?

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My family used diezmillo de res, or thinly sliced beef chuck, to make carne asada.

My cut of choice forcarne asadais arrachera, or skirt steak.

Prepare the Marinade

To prepare arrachera, I start by making a marinade.

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Alternatively, you’ve got the option to cook the arrachera indoors on the stovetop.

Heat a large cast iron skillet over high heat and cook for 4 to 5 minutes per side.

How to Serve

There are many ways to serve arrachera.

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Its then topped with chopped cabbage, salsa roja, and a generous scoop ofguacamole.

Arroz Mexicano, or fluffycilantro lime rice, are also good choices.

Storing and Reheating

Store leftover arrachera in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

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Pour in the pineapple juice, beer, and lime juice.

Add in the oil and salt, then blend until completely smooth.

Place the skirt steak inside a gallon-size resealable plastic bag, then pour in the marinade.

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Gently press out the air and seal.

check that to massage the bag to ensure all of the steak is covered in the marinade.

Let the skirt steak marinate in the fridge for 3 to 4 hours.

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Once youre ready to grill, preheat the grill to high heat.

If needed, clean and oil the grates.

Remove the steak from the marinade and place flat on the grill, cooking for 4 to 5 minutes.

Skirt Steak in a Large Ziploc Bag With the Marinade for Arrachera Recipe

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The internal temperature should be 140 to 145F.

Let rest for 5 minutes, then cut the steak crossways into 3 to 4-inch pieces.

Slice the pieces lengthwise into thin strips, against the grain.

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Alternatively, dice for tacos.

Refrigerate leftover arrachera in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

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Skirt Steak Flipped on the Grill for Mexican Skirt Steak Recipe

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Cooking Thermometer Used to Check Internal Temperature of Arrachera on the Grill

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Arrachera (Mexican Skirt Steak) Resting on a Baking Tray

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Arrachera (Mexican Skirt Steak) Cut Into Slices on a Cutting Board

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Arrachera (Mexican Skirt Steak) on a Platter Next to a Bowl of Salsa, a Bowl of Cilantro Rice, a Bowl of Guacamole, a Platter of Tortillas, and Lime Wedges and a Light Teal Kitchen Towel on the Counter

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