Tequila Marinade

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Infuse your grilling game with bold, zesty flavors using this irresistible Tequila Marinade! This quick and easy recipe combines the vibrant tang of fresh lime and orange juices with the smoky warmth of cumin and paprika, sweetened by a touch of honey and balanced with a hint of tequila for a unique twist. Fragrant cilantro, minced garlic, and a kick of crushed red pepper flakes further elevate this marinade, making it the perfect complement to chicken, seafood, beef, or veggies. Ready in just 10 minutes, this tequila-lime marinade ensures your dishes are bursting with fresh, Southwestern-inspired flavor. Ideal for barbecues, tacos, fajitas, or simply spicing up your midweek meals, it’s a must-have addition to any cook’s repertoire.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 10 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

13 items

• 0.5 cups Tequila
• 0.25 cups Fresh lime juice
• 0.25 cups Fresh orange juice
• 0.25 cups Olive oil
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 0.25 cups Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoons Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoons Crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 lime Zest of 1 lime

📝 Instructions

9 steps

1. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the tequila, fresh lime juice, and fresh orange juice.

2. Whisk in the olive oil until the mixture is well emulsified.

3. Add the minced garlic, chopped cilantro, honey, ground cumin, paprika, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, black pepper, and lime zest.

4. Stir the ingredients thoroughly to ensure all spices and flavors are evenly distributed.

5. Taste the marinade and adjust the seasoning, such as adding more salt, pepper, or honey, to balance the flavors if necessary.

6. Place your desired protein or vegetables into a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish.

7. Pour the marinade over the food, ensuring it is completely coated.

8. Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 8 hours for more intense flavor.

9. Remove the food from the marinade, pat it dry, and cook as desired. Discard any leftover marinade.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (94.2g)

Calories		242
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		13.9 g	18%
	Saturated Fat	2.0 g	10%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		0 mg	0%
Sodium		490 mg	21%
Total Carbohydrate		13.2 g	5%
	Dietary Fiber	0.7 g	2%
	Total Sugars	10.2 g
Protein		0.7 g	1%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		27 mg	2%
Iron		0.8 mg	4%
Potassium		105 mg	2%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 502 cal (69.4%%)

Protein: 10 cal (1.4%%)

Carbs: 211 cal (29.2%%)