Tangerine Marinade
Infuse your dishes with a burst of citrusy brilliance using this vibrant Tangerine Marinade! Crafted with freshly juiced and zested tangerines, this marinade offers the perfect balance of sweet and savory, thanks to the blend of honey, soy sauce, and olive oil. Aromatic additions like minced garlic, ground ginger, and a hint of red pepper flakes create a dynamic flavor profile with just the right touch of heat. Fresh parsley adds a final pop of brightness, making this marinade an ideal choice for chicken, seafood, tofu, or roasted vegetables. Ready in just 10 minutes, this simple yet versatile recipe is perfect for an effortless weeknight meal or your next barbecue. Add this citrus-inspired marinade to your culinary repertoire and watch it elevate every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole (juiced and zested) tangerines
- 0.25 cup olive oil
- 0.25 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh parsley
Instructions
Juice and zest the tangerines. In a medium mixing bowl, add the tangerine juice and zest.
Whisk in the olive oil, soy sauce, and honey until well combined.
Add the minced garlic, ground ginger, red pepper flakes, and black pepper to the bowl. Stir thoroughly to distribute the spices evenly.
Fold in the chopped parsley for added freshness.
Taste the marinade and adjust seasoning if necessary. For a sweeter profile, add a small amount of additional honey. For spiciness, increase the red pepper flakes.
Pour the marinade over your selected protein or vegetables, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for deeper flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
905 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.7 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.9 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2325 mg | 101% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 96.8 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 79.0 g | ||
| Protein | 10.3 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 221 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1076 mg | 23% | |
*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.
