North African Marinade

Stacey Sweet's Note:

This marinade is quite versitalie. It can be used on seafood, poultry, beef or pork. This makes enough marinade for 1 1/2 to 2 lbs of meat.

• Total Time: 27 mins
• Prep Time: 25 mins
• Cook Time: 2 mins

Ingredients:

Yield: 1 Cup

• 1 cup diced onion
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
• ½ cup paprika
• 1 tablespoon coriander seed
• 2 teaspoons craked black peppercorns
• 2 teaspoons cardamom pods
• 1 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon allspice
• ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
• 1 tablespoon salt
• ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
• ¼ cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons chicken stock or 2 tablespoons water

Directions:

1. Place onion, garlic, ginger, spices and salt in a skillet. Cook over medium heat for 2 minutes or until spices are fragrant and lightly roasted. Remove from heat.
2. In a blender combine the spice mixture, lemon juice, and puree to a smooth paste.
3. Spread paste over seafood, poultry, beef or pork and marinate for 2-3 hours or overnight for best results.