Best 12 Ancho Chili And Lime Marinade Recipes

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Are you searching for a flavorful and zesty marinade that will transform your meals into a culinary masterpiece? Look no further than the combination of ancho chili and lime. This dynamic duo brings a smoky, slightly spicy heat balanced by a refreshing citrus kick, creating a marinade that tantalizes your taste buds and adds depth to any dish. Whether you're grilling, roasting, or sautéing, this versatile marinade will infuse your ingredients with a unique and irresistible flavor profile, leaving you and your guests craving more.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

CHILI LIME CHICKEN



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This recipe combines many of the spices that I grew up with and that have become a distinctive part of much of my cooking including dishes such as chili Colorado, posole, and Frontera™ style carne asada. I would describe this dish as more Tex-Mex or New Mexican than Mexican. Serve on a bed of rice or slice thinly for use in tacos or to top a green salad.

Provided by Larry Dean

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 3h45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

¼ cup ancho chile powder
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon chipotle chile powder
⅔ cup canola oil, or more as needed
1 large lime, juiced
8 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • Combine ancho chile powder, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, and chipotle powder in a medium glass or ceramic bowl. Whisk in canola oil and lime juice until well combined; thin with additional canola oil if mixture seems too thick.
  • Arrange chicken in a glass or ceramic baking dish and pour the marinade over the chicken, covering it completely. Marinate in the refrigerator for 3 hours.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Arrange the chicken on the baking sheet; do not crowd. Discard any excess marinade.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink in the centers, about 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove from the oven and let stand for 5 to 6 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 301.2 calories, Carbohydrate 2.9 g, Cholesterol 64.6 mg, Fat 21.5 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 929.5 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

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.

ANCHO CHILI AND LIME MARINADE



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I love this marinade! I marinated fajita steak strips for less than an hour and it was still very flavorful. Ancho chile power is mild, so don't be afraid. Oh, I can't say it enough...season meat with salt before cooking.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 5m

Yield 1/2 cup

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup lime juice
1 teaspoon chopped lime zest
1 tablespoon orange juice concentrate
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon dried ancho chile powder
1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano, crushed between fingers
1/4 teaspoon cayenne (to taste)
1/4 cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine all ingredients except oil; stir well.
  • Slowly add oil while whisking to emulsify.

ANCHO-LIME MARINATED BBQ CHICKEN



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 12h50m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 whole chickens
1/2 cup light olive oil
1/2 cup lime juice
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons ancho chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons black pepper
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Cut the chickens into legs, thighs, breasts, and wings and place in a large pan. Whisk together the remaining ingredients in a small bowl and pour over the chicken. Cover the chicken and refrigerate overnight.
  • Preheat the grill. Place the chicken pieces on the grill at a 45 degree angle to establish good grill marks. Once the chicken easily releases from the grill, turn it over to continue cooking. Make sure to season the chicken with salt while it's cooking. Once the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F, or its juices run clear, remove the chicken from the grill. Let the chicken rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

CHILE-LIME RUB



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Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Time 5m

Yield about 2 tablespoons

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon chile powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon sugar
Zest of 1 lime

Steps:

  • Mix together the chile powder, salt, cumin, cayenne, coriander, sugar and lime zest in a bowl. This spice mix not only goes great with chicken and pork, but also to rim a spicy margarita.

ANCHO CHILI SAUCE



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Categories     Sauce     Summer     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes about 1 1/4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 dried ancho chilies, stemmed, seeded, torn into pieces
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons (packed) brown sugar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • Place chilies in medium metal bowl. Pour enough boiling water over chilies to cover. Let stand until chilies are soft, about 30 minutes. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup soaking liquid.
  • Puree chilies, 3 tablespoons soaking liquid and lime juice in blender until smooth. Transfer to small bowl. Whisk in mayonnaise, brown sugar, oregano, rosemary and cumin. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 3 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before using, adding water by tablespoonfuls and stirring if very thick.)

CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL ANCHO CHILE MARINADE FOR MEAT RECIPE



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I love Chipotle Mexican restaurant but it can get expensive to eat there. I found this recipe on recipegoldmine.com courtesy of Steve Ells, CEO of Chipotle Mexican Grill. Enjoy!

Provided by Iron Woman

Categories     Mexican

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (2 ounce) package dried ancho chiles
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
4 chicken breasts or 4 meat, of choice

Steps:

  • Soak dry chiles in water overnight or until soft. Remove seeds. Add all ingredients except chicken in food processor. Puree until smooth.
  • Spread mixture over chicken breasts and refrigerate at least one hour, up to 24 hours.
  • Heat grill to about 400 degrees F, or if cooking inside, heat small amount of oil in skillet or grill pan over high heat. Salt chicken breasts to taste. Grill chicken breasts about4 minutes per side, depending upon thickness, until done.
  • Serve with rice, black beans, or choice of side dish. Garnish with fresh cilantro.

SOUTHWESTERN LIME CHICKEN WITH ANCHO CHILI SAUCE



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From epicurious.com. The sauce can be made ahead of time. I prepare it when I prepare the chicken for marinating.

Provided by Brookelynne26

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time P1DT15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/2 cup fresh lime juice
6 tablespoons soy sauce
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
8 slices monterey jack cheese
3 dried ancho chiles, stemmed, seeded, torn into pieces
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • For the Chicken: Combine first 9 ingredients in medium bowl; whisk to blend. Place chicken in 13 x 9 x 2-inch glass baking dish. Pour marinade over. Cover and refrigerate overnight, turning occasionally.
  • Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Remove chicken breasts from marinade. Grill chicken until just cooked through, turning occasionally, about 10 minutes. Place 1 cheese slice atop each chicken breast half; cover barbecue and cook until cheese melts, about 2 minutes. Transfer chicken breasts to plates. Serve with Ancho Chili Sauce.
  • Make the Sauce: Place chilies in medium metal bowl. Pour enough boiling water over chilies to cover. Let stand until chilies are soft, about 30 minutes. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup soaking liquid.
  • Puree chilies, 3 tablespoons soaking liquid and lime juice in blender until smooth. Transfer to small bowl. Whisk in mayonnaise, brown sugar, oregano, rosemary and cumin. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 3 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before using, adding water by tablespoonfuls and stirring if very thick.).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417.7, Fat 24, SaturatedFat 7.7, Cholesterol 104.3, Sodium 1158.5, Carbohydrate 16.9, Fiber 2, Sugar 8.2, Protein 34.5

TOFU IN ANCHO CHILE LIME MARINADE



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This recipe is loosely based from one provided by Rebar Restaurant in Victoria, BC. I haven't been there, or tried this yet, but the cookbook receives RAVE reviews on amazon.com. http://www.amazon.com/Rebar-Modern-Cookbook-Audrey-Alsterburg/dp/0968862306/sr=1-1/qid=1159824168/ref=pd_bbs_1/102-6607531-9980102?ie=UTF8&s=books

Provided by BelovedRooster

Categories     Soy/Tofu

Time P1DT20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

16 ounces firm tofu
1 lime, juice of
1/2 lime, zest of
2 tablespoons oil
2 garlic cloves
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons dried ancho chile powder
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon dried chipotle powder

Steps:

  • Cut tofu into slices 2"long by 1/2" wide.
  • Combine remaining ingredients in a small pot and bring to to a boil.
  • Simmer for 5 min, remove from heat and pour over tofu. Marinade in glass bowl for several hours or preferably overnight.
  • Pour off marinade and bake tofu slices for 15 minutes in 350 degree oven, basting with remaining marinade each five minutes.
  • Serve over rice, or mix with noodles and remaining marinade.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164, Fat 12.3, SaturatedFat 2.1, Sodium 561.3, Carbohydrate 6.2, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 1.3, Protein 10.9

SMOKED SHRIMP WITH CHILE-LIME DIPPING SAUCE



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Set out these Thai smoked shrimp on a paper-lined picnic table, set a bowl of sauce in the middle, and go to town. A great shrimp recipe for a bbq.

Provided by Leela Punyaratabandhu

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 pounds jumbo (21 to 25 per pound) or extra-jumbo (16 to 20 per pound) shrimp, left whole
1 Tbsp. salt
1 Tsbp. ground white or black pepper
15 green bird's eye chiles, or 8 jalapeño or serrano peppers, sliced
15 cloves garlic
1 cup fresh lime juice
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. granulated sugar
¼ cup fish sauce
¼ cup coarsely chopped cilantro leaves and stems

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix the shrimp with the salt and pepper, coating them evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 3 hours.
  • Meanwhile, start the sauce: In a blender, combine the chiles, garlic, lime juice, and salt and blend until the bits are the size of a match head. Transfer to a small bowl, cover, and keep at room temperature.
  • Heat a smoker to 225°F. Rinse the seasoning off the shrimp and pat dry with paper towels. Place the shrimp in the smoker and smoke until they turn dark coral, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • While the shrimp are smoking, stir the sugar and fish sauce into the sauce, then taste and adjust the seasoning with more fish sauce if needed. Aim for sour and hot first, then salty and just a tad bit of sweetness. Stir in the cilantro.
  • Serve the shrimp with the sauce.

GRILLED CHILE-CILANTRO-LIME CHICKEN



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This easy chile-cilantro-lime chicken is salty, sweet, sour, and spicy. It's great on salads, with rice, or in burritos and wraps!

Provided by boltfan

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 lime, zested
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
½ teaspoon ground cumin
4 medium skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Whisk lime juice, olive oil, garlic, lime zest, salt, brown sugar, red pepper flakes, and cumin together in a small bowl. Place chicken in a large plastic bag or a bowl and add lime marinade. Seal the bag or cover the bowl and place in a refrigerator to marinate for 30 minutes to 24 hours.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Place chicken breasts on the preheated grill and cook until no longer pink in the center and skin is golden and lightly charred, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer chicken breasts to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes. Slice and garnish with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204 calories, Carbohydrate 5.2 g, Cholesterol 64.6 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 639.9 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

SOUTHWESTERN LIME CHICKEN WITH ANCHO CHILI SAUCE



Southwestern Lime Chicken with Ancho Chili Sauce image

Categories     Chicken     Pepper     Marinate     Low Carb     Lime     Summer     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup fresh lime juice
6 tablespoons soy sauce
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
8 skinless boneless chicken breast halves
8 slices Monterey Jack cheese
Ancho Chili Sauce

Steps:

  • Combine first 9 ingredients in medium bowl; whisk to blend. Place chicken in 13 x 9 x 2-inch glass baking dish. Pour marinade over. Cover and refrigerate overnight, turning occasionally.
  • Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Remove chicken breasts from marinade. Grill chicken until just cooked through, turning occasionally, about 10 minutes. Place 1 cheese slice atop each chicken breast half; cover barbecue and cook until cheese melts, about 2 minutes. Transfer chicken breasts to plates. Serve with Ancho Chili Sauce.

TIPS

  • To make the best ancho chili and paste, use a combination of ancho chilies and guajillo chiles. Toast the chilies in a skillet until fragrant, then soak them in hot water until softened. Blend the chilies with some of the soaking liquid, along with spices like cumin, coriander, and oregano, until smooth.
  • For added depth use tamarind Paste, and fresh squeezed orange juices. The combination will add a nice touch of tanginess to the chili. Make sure to adjust the amount of each ingredient to your personal taste.
  • Serve ancho chili in a variety of ways. It can be served as a side dish, a main course, or as a dipping. For a side dish, serve it with rice, black or refried and guacamole. For a main course, serve it with grilled chicken, shrimp, avocado slices, and a side of fresh corn. For a dipping, use it with tortilla, plantains, or yuca fries.

Conclusion

This ancho chili recipe is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. The combination of ancho chilies, guajillo chiles, tamarind, and fresh orange juices create a unique and flavorful chili. This recipe can also be easily customized to your own personal taste by adjusting the amount of each ingredient. So get creative and experiment with different ways to enjoy this delicious chili!

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