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    Citrus Steak Marinade Recipe

    Last Modified: Jan 18, 2023 by Paleo Leaper · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    Citrus fruits are available year-round. Beef is available year-round. So, why not combine them together and explore the unique flavor combination? Here is the perfect chance to do just that!

    Citrus Steak Marinade

    It is as easy as juicing an orange, a lime, and a lemon, and adding a couple of other ingredients, letting them soak together in the fridge, then setting the steaks to cook over a hot grill. You can use this marinade with poultry or pork chops too, having similar results.

    One thing to keep in mind is that the meat will be quite tender, but it will also take on that tangy-zesty citrus twang. If you want to err on the side of caution, we suggest marinating the steaks for just an hour on your first try.

    You can increase the marinating time with the next trial if you find that you can't get enough of the zesty flavor. Once the beef is grilled to perfection, you have the choice to leave it whole, cutting off small pieces for bite-by-bite dining, next to some roasted acorn squash with shallots or a baked sweet potato.

    Alternatively, you could cut the marinated skirt steak into strips for a Paleo fajita bowl, adding avocado, tomatoes, and fresh greens.

    Serve the citrus-marinated steak with quick-to-prepare guacamole or Pico de Gallo salsa - just go easy on the spice so that the citrus-soaked notes can come delicately through.

    Citrus Steak Marinade Recipe

    Serves: 4 Prep: 10 min + 2h Cook: 10 min

    Ingredients

    • Steak of your choice (i.e, skirt steak)
    • 4 garlic cloves, minced
    • ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
    • ⅓ cup olive oil
    • Juice of 1 orange
    • Juice of 1 lime
    • Juice of 1 lemon
    • 2 tbsp. apple cider vinegar
    • 1 tsp. ground cumin
    • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
    Citrus Steak Marinade Preparation

    Preparation

    1. In a bowl, combine all the ingredients, minus the steaks, and season to taste.
    2. Whisk until everything is well-emulsified.
    3. Place the steaks in a marinating container and pour the marinade on top.
    4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, 2 hours max, turning every 30 minutes.
    5. Cook the steak whichever way is your favorite. Or preheat the grill to medium-high.
    6. Grill the steaks for 4 to 5 minutes per side if using skirt steaks or until their desired doneness.
    7. Let the steaks rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
    Citrus Steak Marinade Recipe

    Citrus Steak Marinade Recipe

    If you love lemons, limes and oranges, then you will relish in the zestiness of this steak marinade - serve with guacamole and fresh salad greens.
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    Prep Time 2 hrs 10 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Total Time 2 hrs 20 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4
    Calories 288 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 Steak of your choice i.e, skirt steak
    • 4 garlic cloves minced
    • ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves chopped
    • ⅓ cup olive oil
    • Juice of 1 orange
    • Juice of 1 lime
    • Juice of 1 lemon
    • 2 tbsp. apple cider vinegar
    • 1 tsp. ground cumin
    • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

    Instructions
     

    • In a bowl, combine all the ingredients, minus the steaks, and season to taste.
      1 Steak of your choice, 4 garlic cloves, ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves, ⅓ cup olive oil, Juice of 1 orange, Juice of 1 lime, Juice of 1 lemon, 2 tbsp. apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp. ground cumin, Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
    • Whisk until everything is well-emulsified.
    • Place the steaks in a marinating container and pour the marinade on top.
    • Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, 2 hours max, turning every 30 minutes.
    • Cook the steak whichever way is your favorite. Or preheat the grill to medium-high.
    • Grill the steaks for 4 to 5 minutes per side if using skirt steaks or until their desired doneness.
    • Let the steaks rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 288kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 12gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 34mgSodium: 34mgPotassium: 201mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 0.1gVitamin A: 159IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 23mgIron: 2mg
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