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Sure thing! While skirt steak is traditional, you can also use flank steak or even ribeye. Just make sure to marinate it well.

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Bitter orange juice (often found in Latin markets) gives the marinade its signature tang. If you can’t find it, the orange-lemon mix works perfectly.

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El Latino Queso Freir is a classic choice, but any firm frying cheese will do. Halloumi or paneer could work in a pinch.

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Absolutely. You can marinate the steak and fry the plantains and cheese a few hours ahead. Reheat them gently when you’re ready to serve.

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Milca soda is a must for an authentic experience, but a light beer or a citrusy soda like Jarritos works too.

Vanessa's Nicaraguan Carne Asada Recipe By JunoRecipes

Name: Nicaraguan Carne Asada
Prep time: 1 h 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 1 h 25 min
Cuisine: Nicaraguan
Ingredients: ½ cup bitter orange juice (or 6 tbsp orange juice + 2 tbsp lemon juice); 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce; 1 tsp adobo seasoning; ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper; 2 lbs skirt steak, cut into 1-inch-wide strips; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 10 oz frying cheese, cut into ½-inch thick slices; Canola oil for frying; 2 ripe plantains; Kosher salt to taste; Rice and beans for serving; Milca soda

Nicaraguan Carne Asada

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A delicious Nicaraguan dish featuring smoky tender steak, crispy queso frito, and sweet fried plantains, served with rice and beans.

Author: contactjunorecipes-com
Prep Time: 70 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 85 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Category: Main Course
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: Nicaraguan
Diet: Omnivore

Ingredients

½ cup bitter orange juice (or 6 tbsp orange juice + 2 tbsp lemon juice)
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp adobo seasoning
½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
2 lbs skirt steak, cut into 1-inch-wide strips
2 tbsp vegetable oil
10 oz frying cheese, cut into ½-inch thick slices
Canola oil for frying
2 ripe plantains
Kosher salt to taste
Rice and beans for serving
Milca soda

Instructions

Marinate the Skirt Steak: Combine the bitter orange juice, Worcestershire sauce, adobo seasoning, and black pepper. Add the skirt steak, cover, and marinate in the fridge for at least 1 hour (overnight is better).
Fry the Cheese: Heat canola oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry slices of cheese until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
Prep and Fry the Plantains: Peel and slice the plantains into diagonal pieces. Heat canola oil and fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Sprinkle with kosher salt.
Cook the Carne Asada: Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high. Brush the marinated steak with vegetable oil and grill for 3-4 minutes per side. Let the steak rest before serving.
Assemble and Serve: On each plate, add carne asada, queso frito, and fried plantains, with a scoop of rice and beans on the side.

Notes

For an authentic flavor, use bitter orange juice found at Latin markets. You can substitute with an orange-lemon mix if needed.

Find it online: https://junorecipes.com/vanessas-nicaraguan-carne-asada/