Grilling Rub for Fajitas: Sizzle Your Weeknight Fiesta
Fajitas flop? Not with my grilling rub. Marla here, turnin’ school runs into sizzle sessions. This grilling rub hits flank hard—15 min total. Links to backyard basics. Marinate quick, griddle hot. Olé with attitude.
Rub’s Quick Fire
Chili-lime chars fast; garlic sticks via oil. 450°F, 3 min/side.
Fuego Fajita Rub (For 1 lb Steak)
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Zest of 1 lime
Oil, rub, rest 10 min. Grill with onions—tortilla wrap.
Hacks: Family Fast
Batch rub Sunday; fridge all week.
Twists: Amp the Grilling Rub
Chicken Mild: Skip chili. Shrimp Zip: Extra lime.
Fiesta ready. Yours?
By Marla “Griddle Queen” Jenkins.