New Mexico Marinade

Elevate your grilling game with this bold and zesty New Mexico Marinade, a vibrant blend of earthy dried New Mexico chiles, fresh lime juice, and a touch of honey for balanced sweetness. Infused with smoky paprika, aromatic cumin, and tangy apple cider vinegar, this chile-based marinade packs a flavor punch that's perfect for chicken, pork, or roasted vegetables. Soaking the chiles in boiling water before blending unlocks their rich, smoky essence, giving the marinade its signature depth. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile recipe can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to five days, making it your go-to for weeknight dinners or weekend barbecues. Whether you're craving Southwest-inspired flavors or looking to spice up your meals, this New Mexico Marinade is a must-try for any culinary enthusiast.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 whole dried New Mexico chiles
• 1 cup boiling water
• 0.25 cup olive oil
• 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon oregano (preferably Mexican)
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon honey

Directions

Step 1

Remove the stems and seeds from the dried New Mexico chiles.

Step 2

Place the chiles in a heatproof bowl and pour the boiling water over them. Let them soak for 10 minutes until they soften.

Step 3

Once softened, blend the chiles and their soaking water in a blender or food processor until smooth. Set aside.

Step 4

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, cumin, oregano, smoked paprika, kosher salt, black pepper, and honey.

Step 5

Add the blended chile mixture to the bowl and whisk until fully combined.

Step 6

Use the marinade immediately on your preferred protein or vegetables, or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	445.5 grams (445.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	731

Total Fat 59.50g	76%
Saturated Fat 9.10g	45%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.30g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 613mg	27%
Total Carbohydrate 47.80g	17%
Dietary Fiber 12.90g	46%
Total Sugars 21.40g
Protein 6.50g	13%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 116mg	9%
Iron 6mg	32%
Potassium 1009mg	21%

*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: 71.1%

Protein: 3.5%

Carbs: 25.4%