Tequila Grill Marinade

Elevate your grilling game with this zesty and flavor-packed Tequila Grill Marinade! Bursting with bold ingredients like smoky paprika, fiery jalapeño, and fresh cilantro, this marinade is perfectly balanced with the tangy brightness of lime juice, the subtle sweetness of honey, and a rich splash of tequila for a sophisticated edge. Ideal for infusing chicken, seafood, beef, or vegetables with mouthwatering flavor, this quick 10-minute recipe takes minimal prep while delivering maximum impact. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or looking to liven up weeknight dinners, this versatile marinade ensures every bite is savory, smoky, and unforgettable. Perfect for summer grilling and lovers of bold, Southwestern-inspired cuisine!

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 0.25 cup tequila
• 0.25 cup lime juice
• 0.25 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 piece jalapeño, diced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine tequila, lime juice, and olive oil. Whisk together until emulsified.

Step 2

Add soy sauce, honey, and minced garlic into the mixture. Stir until the honey is dissolved.

Step 3

Fold in the diced jalapeño, ground cumin, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Mix well to combine the spices evenly.

Step 4

Stir in freshly chopped cilantro for a burst of freshness.

Step 5

Pour the marinade into a resealable plastic bag or airtight container and add your meat, poultry, seafood, or vegetables. Ensure the marinade completely coats the food.

Step 6

Seal the bag or container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.

Step 7

When ready to grill, remove the food from the marinade and discard the excess liquid.

Step 8

Grill your food as desired, enjoying the bold and smoky flavor from your tequila marinade.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	261.9 grams (261.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	776

Total Fat 57.10g	73%
Saturated Fat 8.80g	44%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.40g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2344mg	102%
Total Carbohydrate 31.20g	11%
Dietary Fiber 2.50g	9%
Total Sugars 19.30g
Protein 4.80g	10%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 69mg	5%
Iron 4mg	20%
Potassium 371mg	8%

*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: 78.1%

Protein: 2.9%

Carbs: 19.0%