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Best Steak Fajita Marinade Recipe (Tender & Flavorful)

The Best Steak Fajita Marinade

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs Beef flank steak Sliced or whole for marinating
  • 1/3 cup Olive oil Extra virgin preferred
  • 1/4 cup Fresh lime juice Juice from about 2 limes
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro Finely chopped
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 1/2 tsp Turmeric
  • 1 tsp Dried oregano Or mixed dried herbs
  • 1/2 tsp Black peppercorns Crushed
  • 1/4 tsp White peppercorns Crushed
  • 1 tsp Kosher salt To taste

Instructions
 

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lime juice, minced garlic, and chopped cilantro.
  • Add the paprika, turmeric, dried oregano, crushed black peppercorns, crushed white peppercorns, and kosher salt. Stir until the spices are evenly distributed.
  • Place the beef flank steak into a large, resealable plastic bag or a shallow glass dish.
  • Pour the marinade over the steak, ensuring the meat is completely coated. Seal the bag (pressing out excess air) or cover the dish tightly.
  • Refrigerate and let the steak marinate for at least 2 hours, or up to 24 hours for maximum flavor and tenderness.
  • Remove the steak from the marinade and cook as desired on a hot grill or cast-iron skillet, discarding the leftover marinade.