YOU'RE INVITED TO THE CARNE ASADA: The Best Carne Asada Recipe/Plus a Special House Warming/Blessing

You're invited to the Carne Asada! It's our official house warming get together, now that we're all moved in to our new home in New Mexico. But there's a few things you should know first. "Carne Asada" is Spanish for Grilled Meat, but a "Carne Asada" could also mean a cookout. And, if someone says "you're invited to the carne asada" that has yet another meaning. It means you're "gente" or my kind of people. It's the ultimate compliment, as you're the type of people worthy of hanging out with. In this video, I combine all three, as share a recipe AND invite you to join our special celebration, virtually.

Read on for my recipe for Carne Asada Marinade which can be used for any type of meat. I'm using 5 1/2 lbs. of skirt steak, so this makes a lot of marinade. Be sure to cut the ingredients in half for a smaller portion, and keep in mind, it goes great on beef, chicken, or pork.

Carne Asada Marinade:

the juice of 4 oranges (save the peelings)
the juice of 6 limes (save the peelings)
1 cup of olive oil
1/4 cup of soy sauce
1/4 cup of apple cider vinegar
6 garlic cloves
a small bunch of chopped cilantro (to your liking)
1-2 Tbsp. of New Mexico red chile powder
1 Tbsp. Mexican oregano
1 Tbsp. ground cumin
1 tsp. black pepper

Whisk all ingredients together until well combined and set aside. Place raw meat in large Ziplock bag or bowl. Pour marinade over meat and include some of the orange and lime peelings. Make sure meat is completely coated with marinade. Seal bag or cover bowl with saran wrap and place in refrigerate to marinate for 4 hours to overnight, depending on meat. Less time is required for more tender meat. Skirt steak, for example, needs less time. Chicken is best marinated overnight.

When ready to grill, bring meat to room temperature before placing it on the grill. Do not overcrowd. Cook to your desired level of doneness. (In this video, I only cooked the skirt steak for 5 minutes on each side, so that it would be medium rare.) Remove from grill and let stand for 10 to 15 minutes before cutting into it. If using skirt steak, be sure to cut against the grain. And enjoy!



*All music in this video is used with rights from Storyblocks:
1:40 "Latin Sky" - Neil Cross
3:56 "Funky Samba" - Neil Cross
9:41 "Spanish Guitar" - Joseph Sheu

[pjesf]

A couple weeks ago I flew down to El Paso, rented a car, drove to Hatch, bought a bushel of HOT chiles, peeled/bagged/froze them in my Las Cruces hotel, then drove them back to Portland, OR. So now when you go to your freezer for chiles, I go to my freezer for chiles‼️ I did that all because of your recipes 😋🌶️
EDIT: Your family looks exactly like mine!

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May the warm winds of heaven
blow softly upon your house.
May the Great Spirit bless all
who enter there.
May your moccasins make happy
tracks in many snows, and may the
rainbow always touch your shoulder.

-American Indian Cherokee Blessing

[GinaGonzalez-pgmm]

Marcy...oh my! You were right when you said the kitchen was "beautiful" and described it---like someone knew just what you wanted. Seeing you today in your kitchen, the apron, a recipe that so captures our southwest region, and family...happy tears to my eyes. You are the perfect ingredient to this kitchen! Wishing you and Tony happy times in your new home.

[yksrzhs]

Marci, thank you for inviting us to your wonderful home and family get together! Great recipes! I pray God bless you and your new home!

[estellaturner]

Thank you Marcy for sharing your Familia with me. The gathering was beautiful you surely have a very beautiful family. Im so grateful that you're back with us. God bless you and Tony thank you so much for being a part of my life ❤️ ♥️ 💜 💕 💗

[ja-xchc]

Thank you for the recipe and update but especially for the family scenes! The prayer and song was moving!

[Pack.Leader]

Oh, Marcy. What a lovely video. Right down to the resident bunny! How adorable is he?! The food looked absolutely scrumptious and you cooked that meat to perfection. I'm so happy for all of you to be back together and in such an amazing new home. Blessings to each of you. 🙏🕊🎁🥂

[gejfxhy]

Oh Marcy, I watched the video to the end. I cried as I heard you all singing. It brought back memories when we all got together at Mama's house, as we called her. I can't wait for you to show us your beautiful home and all that you're going to do to it. Thank you for your delicious recipes. Keep them coming. Irene

[janicevoss]

Hi - so good to see you’re settled (some what) in your new home. It always takes time to find everything when you move. You made such a great choice. I love the New Mexican homes. Hope you had wonderful house warming party. I’m sure it is nice to be surrounded by family. All the best! 😊❤️

[oliviabright]

I just found your channel on YouTube today and not only did I. Enjoy watching you cook. But it was a blessing to see your brother. Say a prayer over the family! What a powerful prayer!😊

[judyl.]

Wow!!!! This video brings back some memories! I grew up in Las Cruces, but moved away at twenty-six. The people, and the food are what I miss the most. Thankfully, your videos help me to remember a great time in my life, AND how to make good New Mexican food.

[maryannedeering]

Wow, what a Beautiful Family ❤I Loved and was so touched by Holy Spirit when Your Brother Prayed. The Joy of The Lord IS OUR STRENGTH, Amen❤ Your food showed Your Love for Your Family ❤️

[sandrastebbins]

It's happy to see your knew Home In New Mexico my son was Raised in Albuquerque New Mexico Beautiful State you have a Beautiful home there My favorite thing to do there Is The Albuquerque International Balloon Festia . Thanks for all of your Videos you do. God bless you both Sandra Stebbins from Texas

[jeanettemunoz]

Marcy what beautiful family you have and your home is field warmth and beauty. i have missed you so happy your back. Prayers for your new adventure ❤

[spacrazie]

God bless you and your family in your new home. Much like our family, with get togethers, it’s always FFF….Family, Food and Fun!! I have a large family too…..Life is short and being together is the heart that keeps us together. I thoroughly enjoy your recipes and videos.

[irmaarellanez]

Beautiful Marcy video and what joy to be home and reunited with all your family. Your mother is especially lovely.
I am glad you and Tony are settled in your forever home. What beautiful New Mexico sunsets you look forward to seeing each evening, God’s blessings you and Tony.

[jjroy]

Glad to have you back Marcy..your new home will be a welcome to more recipes, celebrations, and good eating!

[angelhilton]

I had to move to Oklahoma. Born and raised New Mexico. I love you ALL SO much and my heart is ALWAYS in NM. Thank you very very much for sharing... watching again... and shared

[alexhernandez]

Of course we would wait, we love your channel. God bless your new Home and all the family!

[marthaguillen]

Thank you Marcy for sharing your beautiful family. God bless you all !