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ellen 06/18/08 |
Too many questions on too many threads, so here is a summary: Real authentic fajitas are made from marinated beef skirt steaks, not chicken, round steak, etc. That is not what most restaurants serve. The beef you select has to be tender enough to eat on its own, such as top sirloin. For results like the popular restaurants, you MUST marinate the meat at least 4 hours, up to overnight. This marinade is DISCARDED when the meat is cooked. You MUST sauce the veggies separately and add that sauce to the dish as a finishing sauce.. The best way to cook the meat is to grill the pieces, then thin slice them. It just is not the same if you pre-slice. For a two fajita serving you need:
1 pound of lean boneless raw meat per 4 persons.
Additional items: Usual to serve with whole beans such as borracho beans and rice. Here is a pretty good recipe: Meat marinade for 1 pound meat: 1/4 cup lime juice 1/3 cup water 2 tablespoons olive oil 4 garlic cloves, crushed 2 teaspoons soy sauce 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon Liquid Smoke (DO NOT OMIT!) 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/4 teaspoon black pepper Combine lime juice, water, oil, garlic, soy sauce, salt, Liquid Smoke, cayenne pepper, black pepper and either the sirloin or the chicken in a container, cover and refrigerate at least four hours or overnight. Remove from marinade and discard marinade. Grill meat over medium flame 4 or 5 minutes on each side. Cut meat into thin strips. Set aside and keep warm- save juices Finishing sauce and vegetables:
2 tablespoons water Combine the 2 tablespoons water, soy sauce, lime juice, salt, pepper and olive oil. Set aside. Cook onion and peppers in oil until brown. Remove from heat. Pour reserved finishing sauce mixture over onions and peppers. Combine meat, onions and peppers. Serve with tortillas, grated cheese, guacamole, tomatoes and lettuce. Rice and whole beans are the traditional side dishes. |
ellen 06/18/08 |
Yes, it does make a difference if you use lime juice instead of lemon. Fajitas are designed to be served as they are cooked, and do not hold well. If you must hold, consider carne guisada, or a taco bar. |
ellen 06/18/08 |
Shrimp fajita-style is another option and yes, you DO marinate the shrimp. |