Beef Fajita Marinade Super Easy Recipe

Fire up your taste buds with this incredibly easy and delicious beef fajita marinade! Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a fun weekend fiesta. Marinate overnight for incredibly tender and flavorful beef. Inspired by our popular chicken fajita marinade, this recipe is guaranteed to be a new family favorite. Get ready for the best fajitas ever!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 349 kcal
Protein 86g
Rating 3.5 (2 Reviews)
Beef Fajita Marinade Super Easy

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Beef Fajita Marinade Super Easy

  • Skirt Steak
  • Garlic Clove
  • 1 tablespoon Cumin
  • Fresh Cilantro
  • Worcestershire Sauce
  • Soy Sauce
  • Liquid Smoke

How to Make Beef Fajita Marinade Super Easy

  1. Trim excess fat from 1 lb beef sirloin steak.
  2. Lightly pound the steak to a uniform thickness of about 1/4 inch using a meat mallet.
  3. In a gallon-size zipper bag, combine 1/2 cup lime juice, 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons chili powder, 1 tablespoon cumin, 1 tablespoon paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Add the steak to the bag, ensuring it's fully coated in the marinade.
  5. Seal the bag tightly, remove excess air, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
  6. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade and discard the marinade.
  7. Grill the steak for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer to reach your desired doneness. Use a meat thermometer to ensure it reaches your desired internal temperature.
  8. Let the steak rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain. Serve immediately with your favorite fajita toppings.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

73 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

27g

Carbs

2g