Moroccan Chermoula Marinade
Elevate your culinary adventures with this vibrant and aromatic Moroccan Chermoula Marinade—a bold blend of fresh cilantro, parsley, and garlic combined with warm spices like cumin, paprika, and coriander. A splash of zesty lemon juice merges with rich olive oil to create a silky, herbaceous mixture that's perfect for marinating fish, chicken, or vegetables. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this versatile, flavor-packed marinade infuses your dishes with the essence of North African cuisine. Whether you're grilling, roasting, or pan-searing, this quick and easy recipe is your gateway to exotic, restaurant-worthy meals at home.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Fresh cilantro
- 1 cup Fresh parsley
- 4 cloves Garlic
- 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons Ground paprika
- 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoons Cayenne pepper
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 cup Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash and roughly chop the cilantro and parsley to make them easier to blend.
Step 2
Peel the garlic cloves and set them aside.
Step 3
In a food processor or blender, combine the cilantro, parsley, garlic, ground cumin, ground paprika, ground coriander, cayenne pepper, and salt.
Step 4
Pulse the mixture a few times to begin breaking down the herbs.
Step 5
Add the lemon juice and olive oil to the food processor.
Step 6
Blend the mixture until it forms a smooth, cohesive marinade. You may need to scrape down the sides of the bowl or jar a few times during blending.
Step 7
Taste the marinade and season with freshly ground black pepper and additional salt, if needed.
Step 8
Transfer the chermoula to a container or use it immediately to marinate fish, chicken, or vegetables. Allow the dish to marinate for at least 30 minutes before cooking for optimal flavor.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (264.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1106.1 |
| Total Fat 115.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 17.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 10.6g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2420.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 17.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 2.6g | |
| Protein 5.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 196.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 921.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories