Lime Marinade Recipes

FLANK STEAK WITH LIME MARINADE

Steps:

• In a resealable plastic bag, combine lime juice, soy sauce, scallions, ginger, and red-pepper flakes. Add steak, and seal bag (place in a dish to catch any leaks); marinate in the refrigerator, turning occasionally, up to 1 hour.
• Heat grill to high; lightly oil grates. Remove steak from marinade, letting excess drip off (discard marinade); season with salt and black pepper. Place on grill; cover. Cook, turning once, until meat reaches desired doneness, 6 to 8 minutes for medium-rare. Let rest 10 minutes before slicing thinly.

TANGY LIME MARINADE

Steps:

• Combine all ingredients in small bowl. Place beef steak(s) and marinade in food-safe plastic bag; turn steak(s) to coat. Close bag securely and marinate in refrigerator 15 minutes to 2 hours for tender steaks; 6 hours or as long as overnight for less tender steaks, turning occasionally.
• Remove steak(s) from bag; discard marinade. Place steak(s) on grid over medium, ash-covered coals or over medium heat on preheated gas grill. Grill according to the chart for medium rare (145°F) to medium (160°F) doneness, turning occasionally. Visit our Marinades page for more information.

KEY WEST CHICKEN

Steps:

• In a shallow container, blend soy sauce, honey, vegetable oil, lime juice, and garlic. Place chicken breast halves into the mixture, and turn to coat. Cover, and marinate in the refrigerator at least 30 minutes.
• Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat.
• Lightly oil the grill grate. Discard marinade, and grill chicken 6 to 8 minutes on each side, until juices run clear.

QUICK GARLIC LIME MARINATED PORK CHOPS

Steps:

• Trim fat off pork. In a large bowl season pork with garlic, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt and pepper. Squeeze lime juice and some zest from the lime and let it marinade at least 20 minutes.
• To broil: line broiler pan with foil for easy clean up. Place pork chops on the broiler pan and broil about 4-5 minutes on each side or until browned. To grill, grill over medium-high 4 to 5 minutes on each side.

LEMON LIME CHICKEN MARINADE RECIPE

Steps:

• Place the chicken in a bowl. Combine the lime and lemon juices, wine, garlic, salt, pepper and thyme. Pour over the chicken, turn to coat well and let stand for 30 minutes, covered.
• Preheat oven to 425°F.
• Arrange the chicken in a single layer in a well-greased 13 inch x 9 inch baking pan. Dot the chicken pieces with the butter. Add a bit of the marinade to the baking dish but discard the rest. Bake uncovered at 425°F for 40 - 50 minutes or until the chicken is fork tender. Turn as needed to cook evenly.

SOY LIME MARINADE

Steps:

• Mix all ingredients and marinate with your choice of meat!
• Marinade for less than 2 hours for chicken or fish, and marinade no more than 4 hours for beef or pork. Use your judgment, DH and I like super strong flavors and will marinate for up to 8 hours.

ALL PURPOSE LIME MARINADE

Steps:

• To make the marinade, whisk together the lime juice, teriyaki sauce, green onions, ginger, and ancho powder.
• To use, marinate your chosen meat for 2 to 4 hours. Grill over hardwood charcoal.

TEQUILA LIME CHICKEN MARINADE

Steps:

• In a bowl or a measuring cup, whisk together lime juice, tequila, olive oil, cilantro, chili powder, honey, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
• Place chicken in a zip-top bag or a baking dish and pour marinade over, moving chicken around to coat on all sides. If using a bag, put the bag into a bowl to prevent leaks spilling in your fridge. If using a baking dish, cover with plastic wrap.
• Place in fridge and marinate for 30 minutes to 4 hours. When ready to cook, remove from marinade and grill over medium heat (350°F) for 15-20 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F on an instant read thermometer, flipping once. Cooking time will vary depending on thickness of meat and exact grill temperature.

CHILI LIME CHICKEN MARINADE - TANGY + SPICY RECIPE

Steps:

• Shake all ingredients, except chicken, together in a small mason jar.
• Place chicken in an oven proof glass container and pour marinade over. Massage well.
• Leave in the fridge, covered, for a minimum of 30 minutes, up to overnight.

QUICK AND EASY CILANTRO LIME MARINADE

Steps:

• Combine all the ingredients in a food processor for less than one minute or until the texture is nice and chunky. Be sure the garlic is fully processed. If you don't have a food processor you can make the marinade by dicing the cilantro, jalapenos and garlic very lightly and then mix the ingredients in a bowl with a fork.
• For a less spicy version, remove the inside of the jalapeno and wash it under cold water and be sure not to get any of it in your eyes. Store the marinade in the fridge for up to one week.

GRILLED LIME CHICKEN

Steps:

• Pound with a meat mallet to 1/4-in. thickness. In a shallow dish, combine the lime juice, oil, onions, garlic, 2 tablespoons dill and pepper; add chicken. Turn to coat; refrigerate, covered, 2-4 hours. , Drain and discard marinade. Grill chicken, uncovered, over medium-hot heat for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until a thermometer reaches 165 °. Sprinkle with remaining 1 tablespoon dill.

CILANTRO-LIME MARINADE

Steps:

• Toss all the ingredients into a mini food processor and pulse until combined.
• Marinate meat for 1/2 hour.
• Grill.
• Eat.
• Say: Yumm.

LIME MARINATED VEGGIE SKEWERS

Steps:

• Soak 16 bamboo skewers in cold water for 30 minutes. In a blender, puree lime juice, garlic, red onion, salt, pepper and olive oil. Place all vegetables in a large bowl and pour marinade over. Let marinate at room temperature one hour, then drain vegetables. Place vegetables on skewers in a festive manner, alternating colors and shapes. Heat grill to medium high. Brush grill well, then wipe with oiled paper towel. Place vegetable skewers on grill and cook a total of 8-10 minutes to desired doneness, turning occasionally. Remove from grill and serve.