Margarita Marinade
Infuse your favorite meats and seafood with vibrant, zesty flavor using this Margarita Marinade—a tangy, tequila-kissed concoction inspired by the classic cocktail! Featuring fresh lime juice, orange juice, and a splash of tequila, this marinade is balanced with a touch of honey for sweetness and bold spices like cumin and chili powder for a smoky kick. Fragrant chopped cilantro and minced garlic take the flavor to the next level, while olive oil ensures tender, juicy results. Perfect for chicken, shrimp, or pork, this easy-to-make marinade requires just 10 minutes of prep and delivers restaurant-quality sizzle right at home. Let your protein soak in the citrusy magic for 4-6 hours for maximum flavor before grilling, baking, or pan-frying to perfection. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or a casual dinner, this Margarita Marinade is your ticket to a crowd-pleasing meal bursting with Tex-Mex charm.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Fresh lime juice
- 0.25 cups Tequila
- 0.5 cup Orange juice
- 0.25 cups Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves (minced)
- 1.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoons Chili powder
- 1 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine the lime juice, tequila, orange juice, and olive oil. Whisk to combine.
Add the honey, minced garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Whisk again until the ingredients are fully incorporated.
Stir in the chopped fresh cilantro for added freshness and flavor.
Use the marinade immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours for later use.
To marinate, place your protein (chicken, seafood, or pork) in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Add the marinade, ensuring the protein is completely covered. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably 4-6 hours for best results.
Remove the protein from the marinade before cooking, and discard the used marinade. Proceed with grilling, baking, or pan-frying as desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
957 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.5 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.8 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2426 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 84.6 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.6 g | ||
| Protein | 4.1 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 146 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 732 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
