If you are in a position to be picking out a fajita marinade, you're in for a treat. This means you are may be hosting a Mexican-themed party involving friends or family ready to have a good time. Now, you need to make sure to choose the right fajita marinade. Taking into consideration the preferences of your guests, your culinary skill set, and your resources will ensure that you make the right choice.
You can't make pick a fajita marinade if you don't know any, so first, familiarize yourself with possibilities. Start with talking to those you know who have experience in the culinary arts. Further expand your knowledge while browsing cookbooks. The Internet is also a viable option for expanding your culinary prowess. There are many recipe websites that you can browse to gain inspiration.
Next, try to make this list of potential marinades shorter by process of elimination. After you have picked out your favorite five or six, it's time to start trying them. While enjoying different marinades from your short list, stay conscious about what it is you like and dislike about each fajita marinade. Also, consider the difficulty of preparation. Both of these are important considerations down the road when it comes time to pick your favorite one.
At this point, you should have the possibilities narrowed down pretty significantly. Now, it's time to match these marinades to your particular event. If you are hosting a crowd who will be impressed by something unique, then choosing the most creative or innovative marinade may be wise. If your crowd is more conservative or inexperienced in nature, a more traditional fajita marinade might be the right choice for a safe crowd-pleaser.
Considering your budget and other resources is also a key element. A recipe that takes hours of preparation and costs a lot of money might be affordable or possible for a small gathering but may be completely unrealistic for a large endeavor. Think about how much money you want to spend, how much time you have to prepare, and who will be helping you. You may be very stressed out pushing your financial or preparatory limits, and at the end of the day, hosting a party should be enjoyable, so choose wisely.
If you wish to choose an already-prepared item, the considerations should be similar. You still need to think about what your guests like and how expensive the dish is, but preparation time will no longer be an issue. For large gatherings, it may also be wise to choose a neutral dish in terms of spice levels. While some people love spicy foods, others may not be able to consume something too zesty. You will be better off choosing a mild dish that spice lovers can eat than a spicy dish that others may not be able to touch.