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Recipe: Carne Asada with Salsa Fresca (using rib-eye steaks)

Main Dishes - Beef and Other Meats
CARNE ASADA WITH SALSA FRESCA

3 fresh limes
4 (6 oz. each) rib-eye steaks
4 garlic cloves, chopped
1 tablespoon ground red chiles
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Salsa Fresca (recipe follows)

Prepare grill to medium-hot temperature.

Cut the limes in half and squeeze the juice over both sides of the steaks. Rub the garlic into the steaks. Sprinkle the chilies, pepper and cumin over the steaks. Cover steaks with plastic wrap and place in refrigerator to marinade for 30 minutes.

WHEN READY TO COOK:
Brush the steaks with oil and grill 7 minutes on each side for medium doneness. When the steaks are is cooked, dice the steaks into 1/4 - cubes and add the cilantro.

Serve with Salsa Fresca.

Makes 4 servings

SALSA FRESCA
Makes about 2 cups

4 or 5 medium-size tomatoes, diced
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1/2 cup red or white onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
2 roasted jalapenos, seeded and finely chopped
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 teaspoon salt

In a large glass bowl, mix all ingredients for the Salsa Fresca together. With a fork, lightly mash the mixture. You do not over do this.

Cover with plastic wrap and place in refrigerator to chill for 30 minutes. You can make this recipe a day or two ahead.

Adapted from unknown source
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