{"id":227517,"date":"2025-05-06T21:50:22","date_gmt":"2025-05-06T21:50:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/recipes\/category-a-b\/barbecue\/citrus-beef-marinade-sear-marks\/"},"modified":"2025-05-06T21:50:22","modified_gmt":"2025-05-06T21:50:22","slug":"citrus-beef-marinade-sear-marks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=227517","title":{"rendered":"Citrus Beef Marinade &#8211; Sear Marks"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"187\" data-end=\"499\">If you\u2019re looking for a bold, zesty marinade that transforms ordinary beef into a flavor-packed masterpiece, this <strong data-start=\"301\" data-end=\"325\">citrus beef marinade<\/strong> is your new go-to. It\u2019s tangy, slightly smoky, and just the right amount of spicy\u2014perfect for <keyword data-keyword-id=\"389\">grilling<\/keyword> season or whenever you\u2019re craving something vibrant and unforgettable.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\" data-start=\"501\" data-end=\"538\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Citrus_Works_So_Well_With_Beef\"\/>Why Citrus Works So Well With Beef<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"540\" data-end=\"998\">Citrus juices, like orange and lime, do more than just brighten up a dish. They act as natural tenderizers, breaking down tough muscle fibers in beef. When combined with warming spices like cumin and paprika, the result is a balanced, mouthwatering profile that\u2019s hard to resist. Whether you\u2019re marinating <a href=\"https:\/\/searmarks.com\/grilled-flank-steak-marinated\/\" data-lasso-id=\"2003\">flank steak<\/a>, skirt steak, or sirloin tips, this marinade is designed to infuse deep flavor while keeping the beef juicy and tender.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\" data-start=\"1000\" data-end=\"1043\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients_for_the_Citrus_Beef_Marinade\"\/>Ingredients for the Citrus Beef Marinade<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_3260\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" data-dominant-color=\"a59170\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #a59170;\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3260\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-3260 not-transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/searmarks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Citrus-Beef-Marinade-Ingredients.webp?resize=300%2C212&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Citrus Beef Marinade Ingredients on a cutting board\" width=\"300\" height=\"212\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/searmarks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Citrus-Beef-Marinade-Ingredients.webp?resize=300%2C212&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/searmarks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Citrus-Beef-Marinade-Ingredients.webp?resize=150%2C106&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/searmarks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Citrus-Beef-Marinade-Ingredients.webp?w=640&amp;ssl=1 640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\"\/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-3260\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Citrus Beef Marinade Ingredients<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1045\" data-end=\"1088\">Here\u2019s what you\u2019ll need for the marinade:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1089\" data-end=\"1442\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1089\" data-end=\"1115\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1091\" data-end=\"1115\">Juice of 1 orange<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1116\" data-end=\"1140\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1118\" data-end=\"1140\">Juice of 2 limes<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1141\" data-end=\"1166\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1143\" data-end=\"1166\">1\/3 cup olive oil<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1167\" data-end=\"1199\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1169\" data-end=\"1199\">1 teaspoon garlic powder<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1167\" data-end=\"1199\">1 teaspoon onion powder<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1200\" data-end=\"1231\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1202\" data-end=\"1231\">1 teaspoon ground cumin<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1232\" data-end=\"1265\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1234\" data-end=\"1265\">1 teaspoon smoked paprika<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1299\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1268\" data-end=\"1299\">1\/2 teaspoon ancho chili powder<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1299\">1\/2 teaspoon dried rosemary<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1300\" data-end=\"1336\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1336\">1 tablespoon brown sugar<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1375\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1375\">Salt to taste<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1376\" data-end=\"1442\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1378\" data-end=\"1442\">1 \u00bd to 2 pounds of beef top round<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"\" data-start=\"1444\" data-end=\"1474\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Garnishes_for_serving\"\/>Garnishes (for serving):<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"1475\" data-end=\"1675\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1475\" data-end=\"1515\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1477\" data-end=\"1515\">Cherry or grape tomatoes, halved<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1516\" data-end=\"1535\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1518\" data-end=\"1535\">Lime wedges<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1536\" data-end=\"1567\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1538\" data-end=\"1567\">Thinly sliced yellow\u00a0onion<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1597\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1570\" data-end=\"1597\">Fresh avocado, sliced<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1597\">Chopped fresh cilantro<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1598\" data-end=\"1675\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1600\" data-end=\"1675\">Avocado cream (blend avocado with a touch of sour cream and lime juice)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"\" data-start=\"1677\" data-end=\"1704\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Make_the_Marinade\"\/>How to Make the Marinade<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" data-dominant-color=\"7e5034\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #7e5034;\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-3261 not-transparent\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/searmarks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Citrus-Marinaded-Top-Round-Beef.webp?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/searmarks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Citrus-Marinaded-Top-Round-Beef.webp?resize=150%2C113&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/searmarks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Citrus-Marinaded-Top-Round-Beef.webp?w=640&amp;ssl=1 640w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/searmarks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Citrus-Marinaded-Top-Round-Beef.webp?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" data-dominant-color=\"7e5034\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #7e5034;\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-3261 not-transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/searmarks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Citrus-Marinaded-Top-Round-Beef.webp?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/searmarks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Citrus-Marinaded-Top-Round-Beef.webp?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/searmarks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Citrus-Marinaded-Top-Round-Beef.webp?resize=150%2C113&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/searmarks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Citrus-Marinaded-Top-Round-Beef.webp?w=640&amp;ssl=1 640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\"\/><\/p>\n<ol data-start=\"1706\" data-end=\"2540\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1706\" data-end=\"1907\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1709\" data-end=\"1907\"><strong data-start=\"1709\" data-end=\"1741\">Whisk together the marinade.<\/strong> In a medium bowl, combine the orange juice, lime juice, olive oil, garlic powder, cumin, paprika, chili powder, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well blended.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1909\" data-end=\"2157\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1912\" data-end=\"2157\"><strong data-start=\"1912\" data-end=\"1934\">Marinate the beef.<\/strong> Place the beef in a large zip-top bag or shallow dish. Pour the <a href=\"https:\/\/searmarks.com\/recipe-for-tequila-citrus-beef-short-ribs\/\" data-lasso-id=\"2004\">citrus marinade<\/a> over the beef, making sure it\u2019s fully coated. Seal or cover and refrigerate for <strong data-start=\"2095\" data-end=\"2115\">at least 2 hours<\/strong>, preferably overnight for maximum flavor.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2159\" data-end=\"2425\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2162\" data-end=\"2425\"><strong data-start=\"2162\" data-end=\"2186\">Grill to perfection.<\/strong> Remove the beef from the marinade and pat it dry with paper towels (this helps achieve a good sear). Grill over medium-high heat until your desired doneness\u2014typically about 4\u20135 minutes per side for medium-rare, depending on the thickness.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2427\" data-end=\"2540\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2430\" data-end=\"2540\"><strong data-start=\"2430\" data-end=\"2449\">Rest and slice.<\/strong> Let the beef rest for 5\u201310 minutes after <keyword data-keyword-id=\"390\">grilling<\/keyword>. Then slice it thinly against the grain.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>If you\u2019re using <strong data-start=\"1024\" data-end=\"1042\">beef top round<\/strong>, this citrus marinade is especially effective. Top round is lean and can be tough if not treated properly, but the acidity of the orange and lime juice helps break down the muscle fibers and infuse flavor deep into the meat.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_3264\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" data-dominant-color=\"7a7166\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #7a7166;\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3264\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-3264 not-transparent\" alt=\"Citrus Marinated Grilled Beef with sear marks\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/searmarks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Citrus-Marinated-Grilled-Beef.webp?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/searmarks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Citrus-Marinated-Grilled-Beef.webp?resize=150%2C113&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/searmarks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Citrus-Marinated-Grilled-Beef.webp?w=640&amp;ssl=1 640w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/searmarks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Citrus-Marinated-Grilled-Beef.webp?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" data-dominant-color=\"7a7166\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #7a7166;\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3264\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-3264 not-transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/searmarks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Citrus-Marinated-Grilled-Beef.webp?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Citrus Marinated Grilled Beef with sear marks\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/searmarks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Citrus-Marinated-Grilled-Beef.webp?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/searmarks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Citrus-Marinated-Grilled-Beef.webp?resize=150%2C113&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/searmarks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Citrus-Marinated-Grilled-Beef.webp?w=640&amp;ssl=1 640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\"\/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-3264\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Citrus Marinated Grilled Beef<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"\" data-start=\"2542\" data-end=\"2567\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Plate_It_Up_With_Style\"\/>Plate It Up With Style<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2569\" data-end=\"2939\">Presentation matters. Serve your citrus-marinated beef on a platter and garnish generously: Scatter juicy halved tomatoes and vibrant lime wedges across the plate. Add slivers of red onion for crunch and color. Fan out ripe avocado slices and drizzle or dollop avocado cream for that creamy finish. It\u2019s a plate that pops\u2014with color, texture, and of course, bold flavor. Oh, don\u2019t forget lots of chopped fresh cilantro!<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\" data-start=\"2941\" data-end=\"2969\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pro_Tips_for_Best_Results\"\/>Pro Tips for Best Results<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2971\" data-end=\"3287\"><strong data-start=\"2971\" data-end=\"2995\">Don\u2019t over-marinate.<\/strong> Citrus is powerful. More than 24 hours can break down the meat too much, making it mushy.<br data-start=\"3085\" data-end=\"3088\"\/><strong data-start=\"3088\" data-end=\"3115\">Use fresh citrus juice.<\/strong> Bottled lime or orange juice just doesn\u2019t have the same brightness.<br data-start=\"3183\" data-end=\"3186\"\/><strong data-start=\"3186\" data-end=\"3211\">Grill marks = flavor.<\/strong> Make sure your grill is hot and your beef is dry before it hits the grates.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_3265\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" data-dominant-color=\"9b7b55\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #9b7b55;\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3265\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-3265 not-transparent\" alt=\"Citrus Marinated Top Round Beef on white plate with tomato, lime, avocado crema, and cilantro garnishment.\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/searmarks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Citrus-Marinated-Top-Round-Beef.webp?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/searmarks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Citrus-Marinated-Top-Round-Beef.webp?resize=150%2C113&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/searmarks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Citrus-Marinated-Top-Round-Beef.webp?w=640&amp;ssl=1 640w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/searmarks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Citrus-Marinated-Top-Round-Beef.webp?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" data-dominant-color=\"9b7b55\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #9b7b55;\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3265\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-3265 not-transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/searmarks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Citrus-Marinated-Top-Round-Beef.webp?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Citrus Marinated Top Round Beef on white plate with tomato, lime, avocado crema, and cilantro garnishment.\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/searmarks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Citrus-Marinated-Top-Round-Beef.webp?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/searmarks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Citrus-Marinated-Top-Round-Beef.webp?resize=150%2C113&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/searmarks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Citrus-Marinated-Top-Round-Beef.webp?w=640&amp;ssl=1 640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\"\/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-3265\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Citrus Marinated Top Round Beef on white plate with tomato, lime, avocado crema, and cilantro garnishment.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"\" data-start=\"3289\" data-end=\"3306\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts_on_Citrus_Beef_Marinade\"\/>Final Thoughts on Citrus Beef Marinade<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3308\" data-end=\"3698\">This <strong data-start=\"3313\" data-end=\"3337\">citrus beef marinade<\/strong> is a true flavor bomb\u2014zesty, smoky, slightly sweet, and perfectly spiced. It\u2019s an easy way to elevate your next backyard BBQ, tailgate, or family dinner. The garnishes take the presentation up a notch and offer refreshing contrast to the savory <a href=\"https:\/\/searmarks.com\/grilled-beef-marinated-in-pumpkin-beer\/\" data-lasso-id=\"2005\">grilled beef<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"sp-recipe\" id=\"printthis\">\n<div class=\"recipe-ingredients\">\n<h3 class=\"recipe-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients\"\/>Ingredients<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<ul>&#13;<\/p>\n<li><span>Juice of 1 orange<\/span><\/li>\n<p>&#13;<\/p>\n<li><span>Juice of 2 limes<\/span><\/li>\n<p>&#13;<\/p>\n<li><span>1\/3 cup olive oil<\/span><\/li>\n<p>&#13;<\/p>\n<li><span>1 teaspoon garlic powder<\/span><\/li>\n<p>&#13;<\/p>\n<li><span>1 teaspoon onion powder<\/span><\/li>\n<p>&#13;<\/p>\n<li><span>1 teaspoon ground cumin<\/span><\/li>\n<p>&#13;<\/p>\n<li><span>1 teaspoon smoked paprika<\/span><\/li>\n<p>&#13;<\/p>\n<li><span>1\/2 teaspoon ancho chili powder<\/span><\/li>\n<p>&#13;<\/p>\n<li><span>1\/2 teaspoon dried rosemary<\/span><\/li>\n<p>&#13;<\/p>\n<li><span>1 tablespoon brown sugar<\/span><\/li>\n<p>&#13;<\/p>\n<li><span>Salt to taste<\/span><\/li>\n<p>&#13;<\/p>\n<li><span>1 \u00bd to 2 pounds of beef top round<\/span><\/li>\n<p>&#13;<\/p>\n<li><span>For Garnish:<\/span><\/li>\n<p>&#13;<\/p>\n<li><span>Cherry or grape tomatoes, halved<\/span><\/li>\n<p>&#13;<\/p>\n<li><span>Lime wedges<\/span><\/li>\n<p>&#13;<\/p>\n<li><span>Thinly sliced yellow\u00a0onion<\/span><\/li>\n<p>&#13;<\/p>\n<li><span>Fresh avocado, sliced<\/span><\/li>\n<p>&#13;<\/p>\n<li><span>Chopped fresh cilantro<\/span><\/li>\n<p>&#13;<\/p>\n<li><span>Avocado cream (blend avocado with a touch of sour cream and lime juice)<\/span><\/li>\n<p>&#13;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-method\">\n<h3 class=\"recipe-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Instructions\"\/>Instructions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<div class=\"step\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"step-number\">1<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"step-content\">\n<p>Whisk together the marinade. In a medium bowl, combine the orange juice, lime juice, olive oil, garlic powder, cumin, paprika, chili powder, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well blended.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"step\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"step-number\">2<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"step-content\">\n<p>Marinate the beef. Place the beef in a large zip-top bag or shallow dish. Pour the citrus marinade over the beef, making sure it\u2019s fully coated. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight for maximum flavor.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"step\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"step-number\">3<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"step-content\">\n<p>Grill to perfection. Remove the beef from the marinade and pat it dry with paper towels (this helps achieve a good sear). Grill over medium-high heat until your desired doneness\u2014typically about 4\u20135 minutes per side for medium-rare, depending on the thickness.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"step\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"step-number\">4<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"step-content\">\n<p>Rest and slice. Let the beef rest for 5\u201310 minutes after grilling. Then slice it thinly against the grain.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"step\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"step-number\">5<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"step-content\">\n<p>Garnish with tomato and lime wedges, sliced yellow onion, chopped fresh cilantro, and avocado crema.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-notes\">\n<h3 class=\"recipe-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Notes\"\/>Notes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<p>Sprinkle with salt after the beef is sliced and plated before the garnish ingredients.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Some of the links in this article are &#8220;affiliate links&#8221;, a link with a special tracking code. This means if you click on an affiliate link and purchase the item, we will receive an affiliate commission.&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\nThe price of the item is the same whether it is an affiliate link or not. Regardless, we only recommend products or services we believe will add value to our readers.&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\nAs an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n\u00a0&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re looking for a bold, zesty marinade that transforms ordinary beef into a flavor-packed masterpiece, this citrus beef marinade is your new go-to. It\u2019s tangy, slightly smoky, and just the right amount of spicy\u2014perfect for grilling season or whenever you\u2019re craving something vibrant and unforgettable. 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