Citrus Garlic Marinade

Citrus Garlic Marinade

A bright, garlicky marinade that tenderizes meat with citrus juice and olive oil.

Total 10 min Makes 16 oz Calories 110/serving

Dietary

Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Wheat free, Dairy free, Nut free, Halal, Kosher, Kosher for passover, Ashkenazi kosher for passover

This marinade blends fresh orange and lime juice with garlic, herbs, and olive oil for a tangy, aromatic base that works well on chicken, pork, shrimp, or fish. Whisk it together in minutes and let it work while you prep the rest of dinner.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Method

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the orange juice, lime juice, and olive oil until combined.

  2. Add the minced garlic, orange zest, lime zest, and cilantro, and whisk to incorporate.

  3. Stir in the cumin, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes until evenly distributed.

  4. Use immediately to marinate meat or seafood, or transfer to a sealed jar and refrigerate until ready to use.

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    Citrus Garlic Marinade

    This marinade blends fresh orange and lime juice with garlic, herbs, and olive oil for a tangy, aromatic base that works well on chicken, pork, shrimp, or fish. Whisk it together in minutes and let it work while you prep the rest of dinner.

    10 min 16 oz 110 cal

    Ingredients

    • 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
    • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
    • 1/2 cup olive oil
    • 6 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 tablespoon orange zest
    • 1 teaspoon lime zest
    • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
    • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
    • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
    • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
    • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

    Method

    1. 1

      In a medium bowl, whisk together the orange juice, lime juice, and olive oil until combined.

    2. 2

      Add the minced garlic, orange zest, lime zest, and cilantro, and whisk to incorporate.

    3. 3

      Stir in the cumin, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes until evenly distributed.

    4. 4

      Use immediately to marinate meat or seafood, or transfer to a sealed jar and refrigerate until ready to use.