Both of my sisters have Birthdays this month, so we had a Birthday Fiesta yesterday. Our menu included guacamole, salsa, fajitas, black bean and corn salad, and sangria.
Beef Fajita Marinade
1/3 C tequila
1/4 C fresh lime juice
2 Tbsp vegetable oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 tsp salt, plus salt to taste
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
1/2 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp chili powder
1/4 C chopped fresh cilantro
In a small bowl, whisk together the marinade ingredients. Pour over beef (skirt or flank steak) and marinate overnight.
Chicken Fajita Marinade
1/3 C tequila
1/4 C fresh lime juice
2 Tbsp Worcestershire
2 Tbsp vegetable oil
1/2 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp chili powder
1 tsp sugar
1/4 C chopped fresh cilantro
salt & pepper to taste
In a small bowl, whisk together the marinade ingredients. Pour over chicken breasts (thin sliced) and marinate overnight.
Grill meats and slice.
Vegetables
4 bell peppers (assorted colors), sliced
1 red onion, sliced
1 lg tomato, sliced into wedges
Preheat oven to 425. Arrange peppers and onion on a baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes, stirring occassionally. Add tomato and roast another 7 minutes.
Serve meats and vegetables with tortillas, cheese, sour cream, guacamole, and salsa.
Homemade Salsa
2 cans stewed tomatoes
1 can orignial Rotel
1 medium red or sweet onion, diced
1/4 tsp cumin
2 Tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
1 can chilis
Garlic salt to taste
Salt & pepper to taste
Drain tomatoes and Rotel. Put all ingredients in bowl of food processor and pulse. Salsa should be slightly chunky.
Black Bean & Corn Salsa
2 C corn kernals (5-6 ears, or 1 can)
2 C black beans (or 1 can)
1 red pepper, diced
6-7 green onions, sliced
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 C fresh cilantro, chopped
Juice of 1 lime
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp freshly ground pepper
4 Tbsp olive oil
4 Tbsp red wine vinegar
In a 3 quart bowl combine all ingredients. Chill for 24 hours. Taste before serving and adjust seasonings, if necessary.
Health Nut Vegan Chili
18 hours ago
It was all so delicious! Thanks for the recipes. They are wonderful.
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Looks yummy - you know me, I'm always game for a fiesta! :)
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