carne asada

American  

[kahr-ney uh-sah-duh] / ˈkɑr neɪ əˈsɑ də /

noun

1. Mexican Cooking. beef, typically skirt or flank steak, that is marinated or seasoned, usually with citrus juices, jalapeño, cumin, and chili powder, then grilled and thinly sliced across the grain.

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Etymology

Origin of carne asada

First recorded in 1825–35; from Spanish: literally, “roasted meat”

Example Sentences

I ordered a fat carne asada burrito that came with two delicious salsas and a grilled jalapeño.

From Los Angeles Times

Their lively, accordion-rich music feels classic enough to be right at home on the playlist for your next carne asada.

From Los Angeles Times

A bunch of green onions left half-charred on the grill outside one of the smaller cabins suggested the arrival of the Mexican commandos coincided with a carne asada cookout.

From Los Angeles Times

Its menu includes flavor profiles such as Thai chicken, carne asada and a California Club — a pizza with ingredients you would normally find in a sandwich, including avocado, bacon, mayo and lettuce.

From Los Angeles Times

For some, that means fewer carne asada burritos and harissa bowls.

From The Wall Street Journal