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Fajita Marinade

Delicious Fajita Marinade for Juicy, Flavorful Fajitas

Fajita Marinade enhances chicken, shrimp, steak, or portobello mushrooms for flavorful fajitas.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Marination Time 30 minutes
Total Time 47 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • ⅓ cup Olive Oil Substitute with avocado oil if desired.
  • ¼ cup Lime Juice Freshly squeezed is best.
  • ¼ cup Water
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh is ideal.
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Substitute with honey or maple syrup.
For the Spices
  • 1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust based on heat preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Flakes Use sparingly for milder fajitas.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Try smoked paprika for depth.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • ½ teaspoon Pepper Freshly ground is recommended.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • grill or stovetop grill pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Smoky Fajita Marinade
  1. Gather Ingredients: Assemble all your ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Mix the Marinade: Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, water, garlic, brown sugar, and spices.
  3. Marinate Your Protein: Add protein into the marinade, ensure it's evenly coated, cover and refrigerate.
  4. Prepare for Cooking: Preheat your grill or stove to medium-high heat.
  5. Cook the Protein: Grill or sear your marinated protein for about 5-7 minutes per side.
  6. Rest and Slice: Let protein rest, then slice against the grain for serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 120mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 1gVitamin C: 2mg

Notes

This marinade is gluten-free and can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days.

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