Mexican Broiled Steak (Carne Asada)

Serving Size : 8   
Categories : For Beef *Marinades
For The Grill

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 beef flank steaks -- *
1/2 cup [125 ml] lime juice
2 tablespoons oregano -- leaves, dried
2 tablespoons vegetable oil -- or olive oil
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
4 cloves garlic -- crushed

* Each flank steak should weigh between 1 and 1 1/2 lbs. Place beef steaks in shallow glass or plastic dish. Mix remaining ingredients and pour over the beef.

Cover and refrigerate at least 8 hours, turning occasionally. Set oven control to broil. Place beef on rack in broiler pan.

Broil with the tops about 3 inches from the heat until brown, about 5 minutes. Turn beef and broil about 5 minutes longer. Cut beef in thin strips across the grain of the meat.

Serve with tortillas and guacamole if desired.