Make the marinade. In a large mixing bowl, combine orange juice, olive oil, cilantro, lime juice, lemon juice, white wine vinegar, cumin, salt, and pepper, jalapeno, and garlic; whisk until well combined. Reserve ⅓ cup of the marinade; cover the rest and refrigerate.
Marinate the steak. Combine remaining marinade and steak in a large resealable freezer bag; seal and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight.
Prep the grill. Preheat the grill to HIGH heat.
Grill it. Remove the steak from the marinade and lightly pat it dry with paper towels. Add the steak to the preheated grill and cook for 6-8 minutes per side, or until it reaches the desired doneness. Note that flank steak tastes best when cooked to a rare or medium-rare doneness, as it's a lean cut of steak. Refer to the temperature guide in the notes below to cook your steak to your preferred temperature.
Finish and serve. Remove the steak from the heat and let it rest for 10 minutes. Then, thinly slice it against the grain, garnish with the reserved cilantro mixture, and serve.
Stovetop Method
Heat a large skillet (preferably a cast-iron grill pan) over high heat until it is hot. Add the steak to the skillet and cook it for 6 to 7 minutes per side, or until desired level of doneness.
Notes
Marinate for Flavor: Always marinate the flank steak - this not only imparts flavor but helps tenderize the meat.
High Heat for a Short Time: Flank steak is best cooked quickly over high heat to achieve a nice char on the outside while keeping the inside tender.
Mind the Grain: Always cut flank steak across the grain. This shortens the muscle fibers and makes the steak easier to chew.
Rest Before Slicing: Once you've grilled the steak, let it rest for about 5-10 minutes before slicing.
Add Finishing Touches: After grilling, consider squeezing fresh lime juice or sprinkling fresh cilantro over the steak for added flavor.
Use Leftovers: Carne Asada is versatile. Use leftovers in tacos, burritos, salads, or quesadillas for a quick and flavorful meal.
Steak Guide to Doneness:
125°F to 130°F internal temperature for RARE
135°F to 140°F internal temperature for MEDIUM RARE
145°F to 150°F internal temperature for MEDIUM to MEDIUM WELL
150°F internal temperature for WELL DONE
The FDA recommends that steak be cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F.