How to Make Tequila-Lime Marinade

This marinade is an excellent flavor booster for chicken or fish in Mexican or Southwestern dishes.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Groceries
• Basting Brushes
• Juicers
• Measuring Cups
• Measuring Spoons
• Mixing Bowls
• Wooden Spoons
• 1/2 c. tequila
• 1/4 c. fresh lime juice
• zest from 1 lime
• 1 fresh ripe jalapeño chile (the red one) - minced
• 2 stalks green onion - minced
• 1/4 tsp. ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
• 1 tbsp. sugar
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/3 c. corn oil

1. Mix all the ingredients together.
2. Let the mixture sit, preferably overnight, but at least for 2 to 3 hours.
3. Shake the mixture well, then reserve 1/2 c. to use as a baste.
4. Marinate white meats such as chicken or pork for up to 2 hours. Fish and shellfish should marinate for 45 minutes. Shake the food often while it marinates.
5. When grilling marinated food, use reserved marinade as a baste during the second half of cooking.
6. Discard used marinade when you start cooking.

Tips & Warnings

• This marinade packs a kick, so be sure to use it carefully. It's best when made a day ahead, so the fresh jalapeño has a chance to blend in.
• Be sure to follow the marinating time recommendations carefully.
• Since this recipe contains alcohol, be wary of flame-ups when grilling. Use metal utensils and move food if flames persist.