Crockpot Carne Asada
Crockpot Carne Asada is a mouthwatering Mexican classic that brings bold flavors and tender beef effortlessly to your table. Utilizing a slow cooker, this dish transforms flank or skirt steak into juicy slices perfect for tacos, burritos, or rice bowls. With minimal prep and just a handful of fresh ingredients, you can create a satisfying meal that delights family and friends alike. Ideal for busy weeknights or entertaining, this recipe ensures your kitchen will be filled with irresistible aromas.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs flank steak or skirt steak
- 1/4 cup lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, cumin, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Place the steak in a resealable bag and cover with marinade. Seal and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Transfer the marinated steak to the crockpot and discard excess marinade.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours until fork-tender.
- Shred the meat with two forks and return it to the pot to soak up juices before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of total recipe (approximately 85g)
- Calories: 298
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 88mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 91mg