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Traditional Colorado Marinade

2022-11-05

By Miguel Lopez

Mexican Cuisine

Marinade

3 Quick and Easy Methods to Cook Colorado-Marinated Meat: Slow Cooker, Instant Pot, and Air Fryer

How to Slow Cook Colorado-Marinated Meat for Ultimate Tenderness and Flavor

Use the slow cooker's "low" setting to marinate and slowly cook your meat, such as beef or pork. The long cooking time allows the Colorado marinade to deeply infuse the meat, making it extra tender and flavorful. Add vegetables for a one-pot meal that requires minimal effort.

Cook Colorado-Marinated Meat Fast and Flavorful with the Instant Pot

Use the Instant Pot’s "saute" function to quickly sear your meat and bring out the caramelized flavors before adding the Colorado marinade. Then, switch to the "pressure cook" setting to lock in all the flavors and tenderize the meat in a fraction of the time.

Achieve a Crispy, Grilled Colorado-Marinated Meat with the Air Fryer

After marinating your meat in the Colorado marinade, use the air fryer to get that beautifully crisp, caramelized exterior. The "air crisp" function works like a convection oven, giving your meat that grilled texture without needing an outdoor grill, while keeping the inside juicy and flavorful.

Tips and Suggestions on Colorado Marinade

Finding the right chili peppers

Chile Colorado Marinade typically uses dried Guajillo chili peppers. These can be difficult to find in regular grocery stores. Look for them at a Latin market or order them online.

Softening the chili peppers

Dried chili peppers need to be softened before blending them into the marinade. Make sure to remove the stems and seeds and soak them in hot water for at least 20 minutes or until they become soft.

Blending the ingredients

The ingredients in the Chile Colorado Marinade need to be blended well to create a smooth consistency. A high-quality blender or food processor is necessary to ensure that the marinade is well mixed.

Adjusting the spiciness

Chile Colorado Marinade can be quite spicy, so adjust the number of chili peppers to your liking. If your marinade is too hot, you can add a bit of sugar or honey to balance out the heat.

Marinade time

Marinate the meat in the Chile Colorado Marinade for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to penetrate properly. For a stronger flavor, marinate for up to 24 hours.

Consistency

Chile Colorado Marinade should have a thick consistency to cling to the meat properly. If your marinade is too thin, you can thicken it up by reducing it over low heat.

Classic Colorado Marinade Recipe

Ingredients

  • 4 ancho chiles
  • 2 guajillo chiles
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup white vinegar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste

Instructions

  1. Remove the seeds and stems of the ancho and guajillo chiles. Soak them in boiling water for 10 minutes, until they are soft.
  2. Drain the chiles and add them to a blender or food processor. Add the cumin, oregano, smoked paprika, garlic cloves, salt, black pepper, olive oil, white vinegar, water, and tomato paste to the blender. Blend until everything is well combined.
  3. Use the chile colorado marinade to marinate chicken, pork, beef, or shrimp for at least 2 hours or even overnight, before grilling or roasting. This marinade is also great as a dipping sauce for chips or as a topping for tacos and burritos.
  4. Store any leftover marinade in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Cooking Time

Preparation Time 10 min

Cook Time 15 min

Total time 25 min

Nutrition Facts

  • Calories: 145
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Carbohydrates: 9 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Protein: 2 g

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