Yeast Free Citrus-Garlic Marinade
Bright citrus, pungent garlic, and warming spices come together in a marinade that makes chicken, pork, or fish taste like something you'd order at a restaurant. Fresh orange and lemon juice do the heavy lifting here, tenderizing protein while delivering a punchy, sun-soaked flavor that no bottled sauce can replicate. Grated ginger and turmeric add depth and a gorgeous golden hue, while rosemary and thyme keep things grounded and savory. Because everything is built from scratch using whole, fresh ingredients, there's no need to scrutinize labels for hidden fermented additives or yeast-derived flavor enhancers that sneak into so many store-bought marinades. The optional drizzle of raw honey rounds out the acidity beautifully without compromising anything. Whisk it together in under a minute, and it keeps in the fridge for up to three days — so you can prep ahead and have weeknight dinners practically sorted before the week even starts.
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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)
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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