This easy orange juice fajita marinade tenderizes meat and vegetables while adding the perfect amount of flavor and zest. It works on a variety of proteins - chicken, steak, shrimp, even vegetables - and will give you delicious, juicy fajitas no matter which cooking method you choose.
- 4 cups orange juice
- Juice of 3 limes
- 6 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tablespoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Mix the marinade. Add all ingredients to a large bowl or measuring cup and whisk until combined.
Marinate your protein and vegetables. Place meat and vegetables in separate zip-top bags or containers. Pour the marinade over each, seal, and refrigerate. Marinate for at least 1 hour and up to 24 hours for meat, and 30–60 minutes for vegetables or shrimp.
Cook as desired. Remove from the marinade and cook on a grill, in a cast iron skillet, or in the oven until done. Discard any used or leftover marinade.
*This recipe makes enough to marinate fajita meats and vegetables for 8 people. Feel free to cut it in half to suit your needs.
Calories: 132kcal Carbohydrates: 29g Protein: 3g Fat: 1g Sodium: 590mg Fiber: 1g Sugar: 21g Vitamin C: 126mg