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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?
	Malbec
	Salty Dog
	Beer
	Special Lemonade

Prep Time:
1 Hr

Cook Time:
10 Min

Ready In:
7 Hrs 15 Min

Servings (Help)

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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 steaks
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

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.
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.
Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil grate.
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.
To assemble sandwiches, thinly slice the flat iron steaks across the grain, and pile onto baguettes. Top with avocado salad before serving.