Costa Rican Marinade

Elevate your cooking with this vibrant Costa Rican Marinade, a tropical blend of fresh orange and lime juice, aromatic garlic, soy sauce, and a medley of bold spices like cumin and paprika. Infused with the earthy freshness of cilantro and the optional sweetness of honey, this marinade brings a perfect balance of zesty, savory, and slightly sweet notes to any dish. Crafted in just 10 minutes, its bright citrus base makes it ideal for infusing proteins like chicken, seafood, or pork with authentic Costa Rican flavors. Whether you're grilling, baking, or pan-searing, this marinade promises to turn your dishes into a flavorful fiesta. Perfect for weeknight meals, summer barbecues, or any recipe craving a tropical touch!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Fresh orange juice
• 0.25 cup Fresh lime juice
• 0.25 cup Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Honey (optional, for sweetness)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the orange juice, lime juice, and olive oil until well combined.

Step 2

Add the soy sauce, minced garlic, and chopped cilantro to the bowl, stirring to incorporate the flavors.

Step 3

Mix in the ground cumin, paprika, black pepper, and salt, ensuring the spices are evenly distributed throughout the liquid.

Step 4

If desired, whisk in the honey for a touch of sweetness to balance the acidity.

Step 5

Pour the marinade into a zip-top bag or a shallow dish. Add your desired protein (chicken, seafood, or pork) ensuring it is fully coated.

Step 6

Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to 8 hours for maximum flavor absorption.

Step 7

Remove the protein from the marinade before cooking, and discard any remaining liquid. Prepare the protein using your preferred method such as grilling, baking, or frying.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(497.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	761.8

Total Fat 58.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2355.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 57.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.7g	0%
Total Sugars 39.3g
Protein 8.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 118.4mg	0%
Iron 4.5mg	0%
Potassium 908.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.8%

Protein: 4.1%

Carbs: 29.1%