Best 4 Fajita Marinade Ii Recipes

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Fajitas are a classic Tex-Mex dish that are perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. They are made with grilled meat or chicken, bell peppers, and onions, and are served with tortillas, salsa, guacamole, and sour cream. This article contains several recipes for fajita marinades, as well as instructions for making the perfect fajitas.

The first recipe is for a classic fajita marinade made with olive oil, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, garlic, and salt. The second recipe is for a more flavorful marinade that includes chipotle peppers in adobo, honey, and orange juice. The third recipe is for a vegetarian fajita marinade made with tofu, soy sauce, ginger, and sesame oil.

In addition to the marinade recipes, the article also includes instructions for making grilled fajitas. The article recommends using a hot grill to get a good sear on the meat or chicken. The peppers and onions should be cooked until they are tender but still have a slight crunch. The fajitas are then served on tortillas with salsa, guacamole, and sour cream.

This article is a great resource for anyone who wants to make delicious fajitas at home. The marinade recipes are easy to follow and the instructions for making the fajitas are clear and concise. With a little practice, you'll be able to make fajitas that are just as good as the ones you get at your favorite Mexican restaurant.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

FAJITA MARINADE I



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Delicious fajita marinade made with lime juice, olive oil, and soy sauce, and spiced up with cayenne and black pepper. Makes enough marinade for 2 pounds of meat.

Provided by Robbie Rice

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Marinade Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 9

¼ cup lime juice
⅓ cup water
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, crushed
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon liquid smoke flavoring
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, mix together the lime juice, water, olive oil, garlic, soy sauce, salt, and liquid smoke flavoring. Stir in cayenne and black pepper.
  • Place desired meat in the marinade, and refrigerate at least 2 hours, or overnight. Cook as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 18.9 calories, Carbohydrate 0.7 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1.8 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 183.1 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

SMOKY FAJITA MARINADE



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This is a recipe by Robbie Rice for copycat recipes. I made this with skirt steak today and it was delicious!!!

Provided by diner524

Categories     Meat

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup lime juice, fresh
1/3 cup water
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 garlic cloves, crushed
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke flavoring (not optional really needed for the flavor)
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, mix together the lime juice, water, olive oil, garlic, soy sauce, salt, and liquid smoke flavoring. Stir in cayenne and black pepper.
  • Place desired meat in the marinade, and refrigerate at least 2 hours, or overnight. Cook as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 71.2, Fat 6.8, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 750.6, Carbohydrate 2.7, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.4, Protein 0.6

EASY CHICKEN FAJITA MARINADE



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This is a simple fajita marinade that has been bounced around in my family for at least 15 years. It's simple, tasty, easily altered for a twist on the taste, and can be easily prepared in under 15 minutes. Serve with other fajita elements and enjoy! Some ideas: sauteed green bell pepper with white or yellow onions, jalapeno slaw, homemade salsa (tomato or mango), etc.

Provided by jmcdaneld

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Marinade Recipes

Time 4h35m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons garlic powder
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into strips

Steps:

  • Whisk vegetable oil, chili powder, lime juice, honey, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper in a bowl to make a marinade. Place chicken strips into a large resealable plastic bag; pour marinade over chicken. Knead bag to coat chicken with marinade. Squeeze out air, seal bag, and refrigerate 4 hours to overnight.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Remove chicken strips from marinade; discard used marinade.
  • Grill chicken on preheated grill until browned, the juices run clear, and an instant-read meat thermometer inserted into the thickest piece reads at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C), about 10 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259.8 calories, Carbohydrate 5.9 g, Cholesterol 70.3 mg, Fat 14.1 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 74.3 mg, Sugar 4 g

DELICIOUS FAJITA MARINADE



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Found this on bhg.com and the publisher was "maggiea". DS is addicted to A1 steak sauce, so we wanted fajitas last night and this marinade was very tasty. If you like saucy fajita meat, then this is for you. Prep time is the 2 hour marinade time.

Provided by Chippie1

Categories     Meat

Time 2h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 clove garlic (minced)
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons oil (any type works)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/3 cup A.1. Original Sauce

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients, mixing well.
  • Marinade 1 1/2lbs Beef or Chicken for at least 2 hours.
  • Cook as desired on outside grill, stovetop saute pan, or you can even cook them on the George Foreman grill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 69, Fat 7.2, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 880.4, Carbohydrate 1.4, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.2, Protein 0.4

Tips

  • To make the best fajita marinade, use a combination of acidic ingredients (like lime juice or vinegar), oil (like olive oil or avocado oil), and spices (like chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder).
  • Be sure to marinate your fajitas for at least 30 minutes, but no longer than 24 hours. This will give the marinade time to penetrate the meat and flavor it thoroughly.
  • When cooking your fajitas, be sure to use a hot grill or skillet. This will help to create a nice sear on the meat and lock in the juices.
  • Serve your fajitas with your favorite toppings, such as tortillas, guacamole, salsa, and sour cream.

Conclusion

Fajitas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that are perfect for any occasion. With a little planning and preparation, you can easily create a flavorful and satisfying fajita dinner that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give fajitas a try.

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