All-Purpose Fresh Ginger, Cilantro and Chile Pepper Marinade

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All-Purpose Fresh Ginger, Cilantro and Chile Pepper Marinade

This marinade is ideal for use with vegetables and meats either on the grill or in the oven.

Yield: ⅓ to ½ cup

¼ cup balsamic vinegar

2 limes, juiced

2 Tbsp liquid aminos or tamari

2 Tbsp maple syrup

¼ tsp smoked salt

1 dried whole chili pepper, halved

1 large raw garlic clove, crushed

2 raw shallots, quartered or chopped

1 Tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil

Combine all ingredients in a glass measuring cup or small bowl and stir well. Marinate meats for up to 24 hours or vegetables for half an hour. Grill as usual.

Recipe courtesy of Marlaina Donato.

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All-Purpose Fresh Ginger, Cilantro and Chile Pepper Marinade