ANCHO CHILE MARINADE

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You can use any meat with this marinade. I have tried it with beef, pork, and even seafood. This recipe is directly from the Founder, CEO, and Chef of Chipotle Mexican Grill. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!

Provided by cervantesbrandi

Categories     Meat

Time 13m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (2 ounce) package dried ancho chiles (or dried pepper of choice)
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons cumin powder
2 tablespoons fresh oregano, chopped
6 garlic cloves
1/2 red onion, quartered
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 lbs skirt steaks

Steps:

  • Soak dry chiles in water overnight or until soft. Remove seeds. Add all ingredients except meat in food processor. Puree until smooth.
  • Spread mixture over meat and refrigerate at least one hour, up to 24 hours.
  • Heat grill to about 400 degrees, or if cooking inside heat small amount of oil in skillet or grill pan over high heat. Salt meat to taste. Grill meat about 4 minutes per side, depending upon thickness, until done.

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