Grilled meat is a social ritual in Mexico, especially in the north where the grill defines the border culinary identity. The citrus marinade tenderizes the cut and provides the characteristic acid contrast. Family Sundays, birthdays and gatherings revolve around this unmistakable aroma.
Mexican
Grilled Mexican Roast Beef
Grilled Mexican roast beef from Mexico: traditional step-by-step recipe, with chef tips and clear timings.
- Mexico
- MAIN COURSES
- Light
- High protein
- easy
240 min
Tiempo de Preparación
6
Servings
Nutrición por ración
- Calories 350 kcal
- Protein 36 g
- Fiber 1 g
- Carbohydrates 4 g
- Fat 20 g
- Sodium 560 mg
Story behind the dish
Preparation
Grilled Mexican roast beef is a preparation from Mexico with easy difficulty. Reserve about 260 minutes in total (240 for mise en place and preparation, 20 for cooking). Follow the 6 phases in order: each step indicates what to do, what to observe and, when applicable, the time or level of fire.
Before you start
- Have ready: 1 kg of skirt or skirt steak in pieces.
- Have ready: 120 ml of sour orange juice or orange-lime mixture.
- Have ready: 60 ml of olive oil.
- Have ready: 4 cloves of crushed garlic.
- Have ready: 1 tablespoon of ground cumin.
- Salt, oil and spices measured and within reach.
- Clean utensils, board and clear work surface.
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Mix orange juice
Mix orange juice, oil, garlic, cumin, chili, oregano and pepper in a large bowl.
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Dip the meat in the marinade
Immerse the meat in the marinade, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. Resting time is not optional: it improves texture, hydrates fibers and balances flavors.
Resting time is not optional: it improves texture, hydrates fibers and balances flavors
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Remove the meat 30 minutes before roasting and drain any excess liquid.
Remove the meat 30 minutes before roasting and drain any excess liquid.
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Grill very hot 4-5 minutes per side for medium…
Grill very hot 4-5 minutes per side for a crusty medium rare.
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Rest 10 minutes
Rest 10 minutes, cut into thin strips against the grain. Resting time is not optional: it improves texture, hydrates fibers and balances flavors.
Resting time is not optional: it improves texture, hydrates fibers and balances flavors
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Serve with warm tortillas
Serve with hot tortillas, onion, cilantro and lemon.
Chef's tips
- Test for salt and doneness before serving; the last adjustment makes the difference.
- Use fresh and seasonal ingredients: the quality of the product is noticeable in the final result.
Variations
- Mild version by reducing chilies and hot spices by half.
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