Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1-1 1/2 pounds chicken (boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs) or steak (sirloin or flank steak)
  • 2-3 red, orange, and/or yellow bell peppers, halved (or use a few handfuls of baby peppers)
  • 1 large onion, sliced into 1/2″ thick slices
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, pressed or finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons soy sauce
  • 1-2 teaspoons liquid smoke (see note)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder or chipotle chili powder (chipotle chili powder will have heat and smoke)
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • tortillas
  • sour cream
  • green onions
  • cilantro
  • diced tomatoes, salsa, or pico de gallo
  • diced avocados or guacamole
  • black beans
  • shredded cheese

Instruction

  • In a medium bowl, combine all marinade ingredients and whisk well. Reserve 3-4 tablespoons of marinade for later use.
  • Place meat in a Ziploc bag or shallow dish.  Place vegetables in another.
  • With remaining marinade, add a splash to the vegetables (enough for a light coating) and the remaining to the meat.  Marinate for 4-6 hours and up to overnight.