Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or skirt steak
  • 1/3 cup neutral oil (avocado or grapeseed oil)
  • 1/4 cup fresh squeezed lime juice
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp liquid aminos or soy sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar, packed
  • 1 tsp liquid smoke
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp dried Mexican oregano
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp coarse black pepper

Instructions:

  1. Bloom the spices. In a large glass mixing bowl, whisk together the 1/3 cup neutral oil and the dry spices (1 tbsp chili powder, 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp oregano, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp pepper) first. Note: This helps the oil soluble flavors develop.
  2. Emulsify the liquids. Slowly pour in the 1/4 cup lime juice, 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, 1 tbsp liquid aminos, minced garlic, 1 tbsp brown sugar, and 1 tsp liquid smoke while whisking vigorously until the mixture is thick and glossy.
  3. Prep the protein. Slice the 2 lbs of chicken or steak into even 1/2 inch strips. If using steak, ensure you are cutting across the grain until you see short muscle fibers.
  4. Coat the meat. Place the protein in the bowl or a gallon sized Ziploc bag. Massage the marinade into the meat until every piece is fully submerged and dark in color.
  5. Marinate with patience. Let the meat sit for at least 30 to 60 minutes. Note: This allows the salt to penetrate the fibers.
  6. Preheat the skillet. Place your cast iron skillet over high heat for at least 3 minutes until a drop of water dances and evaporates instantly.
  7. Sear the protein. Add the meat in a single layer. Let it sit undisturbed for 3-4 minutes until a dark mahogany crust forms on the bottom.
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