Spicy Lime Cilantro Fajita Marinade

Recipe Collection: Dinner

Spicy Lime Cilantro Fajita Marinade transforms your fajitas into a gluten-free Mexican delight! Bursting with fresh lime juice, aromatic cilantro, and a kick of spice, this marinade ensures your beef or chicken is juicy and flavorful. Perfect for grilling or pan-searing, it enhances any meal with its vibrant taste.

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Overview

Elevate your fajitas with this vibrant and flavorful marinade, perfect for both beef and chicken. Infused with fresh lime juice, aromatic cilantro, and a hint of spice, this marinade promises to deliver zesty and succulent fajitas every time. Prepare it a day ahead to allow the flavors to fully develop and penetrate the meat.

Diet Type

Gluten-Free

Allergies

None

Cuisine

Mexican

Serving Size: 4

Cooking Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

• 3 Whole limes, juiced
• 2 Whole green onions, minced
• 3 Whole garlic cloves, minced
• 3 Tablespoons (tbsp) fresh cilantro, minced
• 2 Tablespoons (tbsp) vegetable oil
• 0.5 Teaspoons (tsp) red pepper flakes
• 0.25 Teaspoons (tsp) coriander, ground
• 0.25 Teaspoons (tsp) anise seed, ground
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) cumin, ground
• 0.5 Teaspoons (tsp) chili powder

Steps

1. In a medium bowl, combine the lime juice, green onions, garlic, cilantro, vegetable oil, red pepper flakes, ground coriander, and ground anise seed. Add cumin and chili powder for additional flavor complexity.
2. Whisk the mixture until all ingredients are well blended, creating a harmonious marinade.
3. Pour the marinade over your choice of beef or chicken, ensuring the meat is thoroughly coated. Cover the dish and refrigerate, allowing the meat to marinate for 12 to 24 hours. This extended marination time will enhance the flavor and tenderness of the meat.
4. Once marinated, cook the meat using your preferred method—grilling, pan-searing, or broiling—until it reaches your desired level of doneness.
5. Serve the cooked meat in warm tortillas with your favorite fajita toppings, such as sautéed peppers and onions, avocado slices, and a dollop of sour cream or salsa. Enjoy the vibrant and zesty flavors of your homemade fajitas!

Enjoy your homemade Spicy Lime Cilantro Fajita Marinade!