Spicy Grilling Marinade for Chicken and Seafood
Elevate your grilling game with this bold and flavorful Spicy Grilling Marinade for Chicken and Seafood. Bursting with the zesty tang of lime juice, the rich sweetness of honey, and a fiery kick from red chili flakes, this marinade strikes the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy. Garlic, fresh ginger, smoked paprika, and cumin add aromatic depth, while soy sauce ties it all together with a savory umami punch. Designed to infuse chicken and seafood with irresistible layers of flavor, this easy-to-make marinade takes just 10 minutes to prepare and works wonders with minimal marinating time. Ideal for summer barbecues or weeknight meals, it's the ultimate recipe for creating tender, juicy, and perfectly spiced grilled dishes. Don't forget a sprinkle of fresh cilantro to complete this vibrant creation! Keywords: spicy grilling marinade, chicken and seafood marinade, easy grilling recipe, smoky and spicy marinade, grilled chicken, grilled seafood.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.25 cup olive oil
- 0.25 cup lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1.5 tablespoons honey
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated)
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons cilantro (chopped, optional for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, lime juice, soy sauce, and honey. Whisk until well-mixed.
Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, red chili flakes, smoked paprika, ground cumin, black pepper, and salt to the bowl. Whisk again to incorporate all the spices evenly.
Taste the marinade and adjust the seasoning if necessary (e.g., add more honey for sweetness or more chili flakes for extra heat).
Place your chicken or seafood into a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the protein, ensuring it is evenly coated.
Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap. Let the chicken or seafood marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or up to 8 hours for deeper flavor. For seafood, marinate for a maximum of 30 minutes to prevent it from becoming too soft.
Once ready to cook, remove the protein from the marinade and discard the marinade. Grill the chicken or seafood to your desired doneness, ensuring the internal temperature is safe (165°F for chicken and 145°F for most seafood).
If desired, garnish with chopped cilantro before serving and enjoy your spicy grilled masterpiece!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
669 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.2 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.8 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2344 mg | 102% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.5 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.5 g | ||
| Protein | 4.9 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 63 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 351 mg | 7% | |
*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.
