Anti Inflammatory Cilantro-Lime Harissa Orange Marinade
This bold, citrus-forward marinade is the kind of thing that makes weeknight cooking feel genuinely exciting. Freshly squeezed orange and lime juice bring brightness and acidity, while harissa paste layers in smoky, complex heat that store-bought marinades rarely come close to matching. Extra virgin olive oil ties it all together, carrying the fragrance of fresh cilantro, minced garlic, and a trio of ground spices — cumin, turmeric, and ginger — deep into whatever you're marinating. Those last three are the real workhorses here: each one is well-regarded for its role in a diet focused on reducing inflammation, and together they create a flavor profile that's earthy, warm, and anything but boring. The whole thing comes together in about 30 seconds of whisking, making four servings of seriously flavorful food with almost no effort. Keep a jar in the fridge for up to three days and you've got a ready-to-go flavor boost for chicken, fish, vegetables, or even a grain bowl. A pinch of cayenne is optional, but if you like a little extra fire, don't skip it.
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4 servings
- ¼ cup fresh orange juice (from about 1 large orange)
- 1 tsp orange zest
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 2 tbsp harissa paste
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Zest and juice the orange and limes directly into a medium mixing bowl, catching any seeds.
- 2
Add the harissa paste, olive oil, cilantro, garlic, cumin, turmeric, ginger, salt, black pepper, and cayenne, if using, to the bowl.
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