For an extra layer of flavor, add a tablespoon of orange juice to the marinade. Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to your desired level of spiciness. This marinade is also fantastic with vegetables like bell peppers and onions for vegetarian fajitas. Ensure the meat is fully submerged in the marinade for even flavor distribution. Marinating for longer than 24 hours may result in the meat becoming too soft.
Fajita Marinade
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME0 mins
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TOTAL TIME15 mins
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SERVING16 People
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Infuse your fajitas with a vibrant, zesty kick! This marinade, featuring the bright tang of lime and a whisper of smoky heat, transforms ordinary meat into a flavor-packed sensation. Perfect for grilling, searing, or broiling.
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01 Step
Recipe View Gather all ingredients. (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View In a medium bowl, whisk together the water, lime juice, olive oil, crushed garlic, soy sauce, sea salt, and liquid smoke until well combined. (2 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View Stir in the cayenne pepper and freshly ground black pepper, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the marinade. (1 minute)
04 Step
Recipe View Place 2 pounds of your chosen protein (beef, chicken, or shrimp) in a resealable bag or non-reactive container. Pour the marinade over the protein, ensuring it's fully coated. (3 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View Marinate in the refrigerator for a minimum of 2 hours, or ideally overnight, to allow the flavors to fully penetrate the meat. (2+ hours)
06 Step
Recipe View Cook the marinated protein using your preferred method: grilling, searing in a skillet, or broiling. (Varies based on cooking method)
07 Step
Recipe View Rest the cooked protein for a few minutes before slicing thinly against the grain. Serve immediately and enjoy! (5 minutes)
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Melba Luettgenlakin
Nov 18, 2024A little too spicy for my taste, but delicious nonetheless. I'll use less cayenne next time.
Misty Farrell
Oct 6, 2024I let the meat marinate overnight and it was so tender and flavorful.
Enola Macgyver
Apr 7, 2023This is now my go-to fajita marinade. It's perfect every time.
Rodrigo Mayer
Feb 10, 2023So easy to make, and the flavor is incredible! I'll never buy store-bought marinade again.
Luigi Bahringer
Jan 29, 2023This marinade is a game-changer! My fajitas have never tasted so good.
Corrine Tillman
Oct 18, 2022I used this on chicken and it was amazing! The lime and cayenne are the perfect combination.
Lelah Lynch
Oct 3, 2022My family loved these fajitas! Thank you for the wonderful recipe.
Rachael Murray
Sep 30, 2022I love the smoky flavor from the liquid smoke. It really makes a difference.