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Carne Asada Steak Sandwich with Avocado Salad

By: Chef Tom McAliney, Brandt Beef  
"My carne asada steak sandwich with avocado salad recipe is perfect for tailgating. About ninety percent of this recipe can be prepared in advance - meaning that when game day rolls around, all you'll have to do is fire up the grill, cook the steaks, and melt the cheese on the bread."

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What to Drink?

Wine Malbec
Chilled Non-Alcoholic Special Lemonade
Prep Time:
1 Hr
Cook Time:
10 Min
Ready In:
7 Hrs 15 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons cayenne pepper
  • 6 tablespoons paprika
  • 3 tablespoons ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 3 tablespoons onion powder
  • 3 tablespoons garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground allspice
  • 1 tablespoon ground dried thyme
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 4 pounds flat iron steak
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  • 3 avocados - peeled, pitted, and cubed
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1 large red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 red onion, diced
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 2 tomatoes, seeded and chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • sea salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 (1 pound) French baguettes
  • 1/2 pound thinly sliced Cheddar cheese

Directions

  1. Stir together cayenne pepper, paprika, black pepper, cumin, onion powder, garlic powder, allspice, thyme, and 1/4 cup olive oil in a large bowl until evenly mixed. Smear the flat iron steaks with this paste, then wrap with plastic wrap, or place into a resealable plastic bag. Marinate in refrigerator for 6 hours.
  2. Prepare avocado salad by gently mixing cubed avocado, green onion, red bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, and tomatoes. Drizzle with lime juice and olive oil; season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
  3. Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil grate.
  4. Grill flat iron steaks until cooked to desired degree of doneness, or to an internal temperature of 135 degrees F (57 degrees C) for medium-rare, about 4 minutes per side. Remove from grill and allow to rest for 5 to 10 minutes. While the steaks are resting, cut each baguette into three pieces, then halve the pieces horizontally. Toast bread, cut-side down on grill until golden brown. Turn baguettes over, and place sliced cheese on the cut sides; allow cheese to melt.
  5. To assemble sandwiches, thinly slice the flat iron steaks across the grain, and pile onto baguettes. Top with avocado salad before serving.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 1416 | Total Fat: 78.7g | Cholesterol: 177mg

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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 7, 2009 by Susan1964 
Wow! That is some spicy stuff! First time I've ever made something with too much spice for... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 22, 2009 by atkjme 
This was so good, the avocado salad cools down the spicy meat. I marinated the meat... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 3, 2010 by MSPAX1 
Followed exactly and we loved it! MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 29, 2010 by foodsnob85 
Amazing. However, I feel that you definitly need to scrape some of the rub off before you... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 1, 2009 by Angela Moretto 
Amazing!!! things I did differently, I didnt marinate the meat so I put oil on the steak then... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 31, 2009 by John 
I didn't make a sandwich but it turned out great MORE

 
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