Fish Free Citrus-Garlic Marinade
Bright citrus, pungent garlic, and warming spices come together in this marinade to create something that genuinely elevates whatever protein you're cooking. Fresh orange juice and lemon juice form the tangy backbone, while grated ginger and turmeric add depth and a gorgeous golden hue that looks as good as it tastes. Rosemary and thyme bring an herby, almost Mediterranean quality that makes the whole thing feel a little fancy without any extra effort. Many store-bought marinades and sauces sneak in fish sauce, anchovy paste, or Worcestershire for that savory punch — this one builds all its complexity from plants, citrus, and good olive oil instead. A drizzle of raw honey is optional but rounds out the acidity beautifully if you want a slightly sweeter finish. It comes together in under a minute of whisking and keeps in the fridge for up to three days, so you can prep it ahead and have a weeknight dinner basically halfway done before you even walk in the door.
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4 servings
- ¼ cup fresh orange juice (from about 1 medium orange)
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 lemon)
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, finely minced or grated
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 tsp turmeric
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- 1 tbsp raw honey (optional)
Can be omittedraw honey
Instructions
- 1
Juice the orange and lemon into a small bowl, then finely grate the lemon zest directly into the bowl.
- 2
Add the olive oil, garlic, ginger, thyme, rosemary, turmeric, and salt to the citrus mixture. Add the honey, if using.
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