How to Make Smokey Tequila-Lime Marinade - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like the bold and tangy flavors of a good marinade to elevate your grilling game, and this Smokey Tequila-Lime Marinade is sure to deliver! It's the perfect blend of smokiness from chipotle peppers, the bright acidity of fresh lime juice, and the kick of tequila. This marinade is not only incredibly flavorful, but it also helps to tenderize meats and infuse them with a depth of flavor that will leave your taste buds singing.

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 tablespoons liquid smoke flavoring
  • ¼ cup lime juice
  • ½ cup tequila
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 10 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 1 1/4 cups

  • Place the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and cayenne pepper into a mixing bowl. Whisk in the liquid smoke, lime juice, tequila, vegetable oil, and cilantro until evenly blended.
  • To use the marinade, pour into a resealable plastic bag, and add 1 1/2 to 2 pounds of meat. Squeeze out the excess air, seal, and marinate in the refrigerator 4 to 6 hours before cooking as desired. Grilling over charcoal is best, but a gas grill will do fine as well.
  • Nutrition

    176 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Sodium: 390mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 3g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 0g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 8mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 51mg