Jalapeño Marinade
Spice up your grilling game with this Jalapeño Marinade. Enhance the flavors of your grilled chicken or steak with a rich taste(Easy recipe).
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 146kcal
Ingredients
- 3 jalapeños seeded and chopped
- 1 tablespoon garlic roughly chopped
- ½ cup cilantro leaves
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey optional
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cumin optional
Instructions
- Slice open the jalapeno and remove the seeds(you can leave some or all for a spicier version).
- In a blender or food processor, combine the jalapeños, garlic, cilantro, olive oil, lime juice, honey (if using), salt, red pepper flakes, and cumin (if using).
- Pulse until all the ingredients are well-blended into a coarse texture.
- Taste the marinade and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
- Combine the meat and the marinade and refrigerate for 2 to 24 hours for more flavor.
- Once marinated, cook your meat or vegetables as desired, like grilling or stir-frying.
Notes
Adjust: Add another jalapeño or some of its seeds if you want it spicier. If it's too thick, add more olive oil or lime juice to thin it out.
Fridge: Keep leftover jalapeno marinade in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Freezer: Freeze it within 2 hours of making and it'll last up to 3 months.
Thawing: Thaw it in the fridge overnight or use the microwave's defrost setting carefully.
Nutrition
Calories: 146kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Sodium: 592mg | Potassium: 70mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 404IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 0.5mg