North African Marinade

Transform your cooking with this bold and aromatic North African Marinade, a perfect blend of warm spices, zesty citrus, and fiery harissa that will elevate any protein or vegetable. Infused with ground cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, and a touch of cinnamon, this marinade is bursting with the earthy, smoky flavors of North African cuisine, balanced by the brightness of fresh lemon juice and cilantro. The addition of harissa paste adds a spicy kick, while minced garlic enhances its depth. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile marinade works wonders whether you're grilling, roasting, or pan-frying. Ideal for meal prep, it can be stored in the fridge for up to three days, making it a flavorful time-saver for busy cooks. Treat your taste buds to an exotic culinary escape!

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 tablespoon Harissa paste
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine olive oil and lemon juice. Whisk them together to create the base of the marinade.

Step 2

Add ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, ground cinnamon, and turmeric powder to the bowl. Stir well to ensure the spices are evenly distributed.

Step 3

Stir in harissa paste and minced garlic, mixing thoroughly to boost the marinade's heat and flavor.

Step 4

Add fresh cilantro, salt, and black pepper to the mixture, and stir again until all the ingredients are well combined.

Step 5

Taste the marinade and adjust seasoning, if necessary, by adding a pinch more salt or lemon juice for acidity.

Step 6

Use immediately by coating your choice of protein or vegetables evenly with the marinade. Allow the ingredients to marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 8 hours) in the refrigerator before cooking.

Step 7

If not using immediately, store the marinade in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	124.5 grams (124.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	581

Total Fat 59.30g	76%
Saturated Fat 9.20g	46%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.30g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2557mg	111%
Total Carbohydrate 12.30g	4%
Dietary Fiber 4.00g	14%
Total Sugars 2.20g
Protein 2.80g	6%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 84mg	6%
Iron 5mg	26%
Potassium 284mg	6%

*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: 89.8%

Protein: 1.9%

Carbs: 8.3%