Delicious and Flavorful Fajita Marinade

This Fajita Marinade II recipe is perfect for adding a burst of flavor to your fajitas. Made with a blend of spices, lime juice, and olive oil, this marinade will give your fajitas a smoky and tangy taste. It's quick and easy to prepare, and the result is a tender and flavorful dish that will surely please your taste buds. With just a few simple ingredients, you can take your fajitas to the next level!

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 pound chicken or beef, sliced
• 1 onion, sliced
• 1 bell pepper, sliced
• Flour tortillas, for serving
• Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, guacamole, salsa

Directions

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
2. Place the sliced chicken or beef, onion, and bell pepper in a large zip-top bag.
3. Pour the marinade over the ingredients in the bag and seal the bag tightly.
4. Massage the bag gently to ensure the marinade coats all the ingredients.
5. Place the bag in the refrigerator and let the ingredients marinate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for deeper flavor.
6. When ready to cook, preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
7. Remove the ingredients from the bag and discard the marinade.
8. Cook the chicken or beef along with the sliced onion and bell pepper until cooked through and slightly charred, about 5-7 minutes.
9. While the meat and vegetables are cooking, warm the flour tortillas in a separate skillet or in the microwave.
10. Serve the cooked fajita filling on warm tortillas and top with optional toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, guacamole, and salsa.
11. Roll up the tortillas and enjoy your delicious fajitas!

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