Steak Fajitas Marinade
A sensational steak fajitas marinade that elevates your steak to a whole new level of flavor, perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Non-vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound flank or skirt steak
- ¼ cup lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a mixing bowl, combine freshly squeezed lime juice, high-quality olive oil, soy sauce, and honey or agave syrup.
- Add the Flavor Boosters: Next, add minced garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper to the marinade. Stir well until everything is nicely blended.
- Marinade the Steak: Place flank or skirt steak in a ziplock bag or a shallow dish and pour the marinade over it. Seal tightly and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat the Grill or Skillet: When ready to cook, heat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Grill or Sauté the Steak: Remove the steak from the marinade and grill or sauté for about 3–4 minutes on each side for medium-rare.
- Rest the Steak: Once cooked to your liking, remove the steak from the heat and allow to rest for 5 minutes.
- Slice and Serve: Slice the steak against the grain and serve with grilled peppers and onions in warm tortillas.
Notes
Quality matters: using high-quality flank or skirt steak will greatly enhance taste and tenderness. Marinate longer for deeper flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Find it online: https://recypez.com/steak-fajitas-marinade/