carne asada

noun

car·​ne asa·​da ˌkär-nā-ə-ˈsä-də How to pronounce carne asada (audio)
: a grilled Mexican dish of spicy marinated steak strips sometimes served in a burrito or taco

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The drug was located inside multiple packages of raw carne asada beef stored in a cooler, according to California Gov. Gavin Newsom's office. Anthony Robledo, USA TODAY, 11 Oct. 2024 Pérez had requested carne asada, one of his favorites. Nicole Foy, ProPublica, 22 Oct. 2024 Located in the Bywater neighborhood, the space’s upbeat vibe echoes the menu; think fresh seafood prepared in innovative ways; bass ceviche, vibrant green adobo shrimp, octopus with a walnut salsa negra, and fish tostadas alongside carne asada, arroz negro, costras, and sopes. Christine Chitnis, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024 Don’t miss the street-style carne asada and al pastor tacos (and the salsa bar). Jessica Rodriguez, Journal Sentinel, 11 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for carne asada 

Word History

Etymology

Spanish, grilled meat

First Known Use

1977, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of carne asada was in 1977

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“Carne asada.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/carne%20asada. Accessed 15 Nov. 2024.

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