Ancho and Cocoa Carne Asada
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This ancho and cocoa carne asada offers a sophisticated twist on a classic Mexican-inspired favourite. The deep, smoky heat of the ancho chilli pairs beautifully with roasted cocoa and a hint of cinnamon, creating a complex savoury crust on the tender flank steak. By searing the meat quickly in a hot frying pan, you achieve a rich caramelisation that enhances the earthy spices without overpowering the natural flavour of the beef.
As a high-protein main course, this dish is both satisfying and remarkably straightforward to prepare for a midweek meal or a relaxed weekend gathering. Served alongside crunchy coleslaw, cooling soured cream and zesty lime wedges, it provides a balanced profile of textures and flavours. Simply wrap the sliced steak in warm flour tortillas for a nutritious, homemade dinner that feels truly special.
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Ingredients for Ancho and Cocoa Carne Asada
1 tablespoon ancho chilli powder
2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 (1-to 575g) piece of flank steak
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
8 (7-to 8-inch) flour tortillas
3 cups packaged coleslaw mix (200g)
Accompaniments: sliced pickled jalapeños
soured cream
lime wedges
How to make Ancho and Cocoa Carne Asada
Preheat oven to 177°C.
Stir together ancho powder, cocoa, and cinnamon.
Pat steak dry and season with 3/4 teaspoons salt, then coat with spice mixture. Heat oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers, then cook steak, turning once, 8 to 9 minutes for medium-rare.
While steak cooks, wrap tortillas in foil and warm in oven.
Let steak rest 5 minutes on a cutting board, then thinly slice across the grain at an angle.
Serve steak with warm tortillas and coleslaw mix.
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While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.
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16 Enero 2026 | Publicado originalmente
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