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Carne ___ (beef dish) NYT Crossword Clue

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The most common and recent 5-letter answer for "Carne ___ (beef dish)" is ASADA.
The clue 'Carne ___ (beef dish)' is looking for a word that completes the phrase 'Carne Asada,' a popular beef dish in Mexican cuisine. 'Carne' means 'meat' in Spanish, and 'asada' refers to the method of grilling or roasting.
This clue was last seen in the NYT Mini Crossword on September 24, 2026.
Asada refers to a style of cooking meat, typically grilled or roasted.
Grilled, at a taqueria, Taco bar adjective, Carne ___, Carne ___ (Mexican dish), Carne ___ (grilled Mexican dish)

5-letter answer to Carne ___ (beef dish) in NYT Mini Crossword September 24 2026 is ASADA.

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