Tequila Lime Marinade

Tequila Lime Marinade

A zesty, citrus-forward marinade that infuses grilled meats with bright, smoky depth.

Total 10 min Makes 16 oz Calories 95/serving

Dietary

Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Wheat free, Dairy free, Nut free, Kosher

This marinade blends tequila, fresh lime juice, and a handful of pantry seasonings into a tangy soak for chicken, steak, or shrimp. The alcohol and acid work together to tenderize while garlic and chili powder build savory backbone, making it a reliable base for taco night or backyard grilling.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup tequila
  • 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced

Method

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

  2. Add the minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper, whisking until evenly combined.

  3. Stir in the chopped cilantro and sliced jalapeño.

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

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Tequila Lime Marinade

This marinade blends tequila, fresh lime juice, and a handful of pantry seasonings into a tangy soak for chicken, steak, or shrimp. The alcohol and acid work together to tenderize while garlic and chili powder build savory backbone, making it a reliable base for taco night or backyard grilling.

10 min 16 oz 95 cal

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup tequila
  • 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced

Method

  1. 1

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

  2. 2

    Add the minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper, whisking until evenly combined.

  3. 3

    Stir in the chopped cilantro and sliced jalapeño.

  4. 4

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