Mojito Marinade

Name: Mojito Marinade
Yield: makes 2 1 / 2 cups
Ingredients: 1/4 cup chopped garlic; 1/2 cup chopped onion; 2 cups fresh orange juice; 1/2 cup fresh lime juice; 1/2 cup olive oil; 4 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 tablespoon black pepper; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 2 teaspoons dried oregano; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

January 24, 2012

For years I carted cases of this citrus-flavored Cuban marinade back from Miami, til we started making it in the restaurant. The real thing is all tarted up with the juice of bitter oranges—nearly impossible to find. So we add a touch of lime juice to freshly squeezed orange juice to give it the right kick. It’s one of the most versatile pantry ingredients you can make. Use it as a marinade for pork and chicken, pour it over cooked veggies or potatoes, or toss it with salad greens.

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