This Mexican Citrus Seafood Marinade is a fresh, zesty blend of citrus, herbs, garlic, and warm spices that brings bold Mexican-inspired flavor to shrimp, fish, scallops, and more. Quick to prepare and incredibly versatile, it’s perfect for grilling, pan-searing, roasting, or serving in tacos, creating tender, flavorful seafood every time.
Mexican Citrus Seafood Marinade Recipe
1/2
cup6
minutes7
minutesA bright and flavorful Mexican-inspired seafood marinade made with fresh citrus, cilantro, garlic, jalapeño, and aromatic spices for perfectly seasoned shrimp, fish, scallops, and grilled seafood.
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Ingredients
2 tbsp Fresh Lime Juice
1 tbsp Fresh Orange Juice
1½ tbsp Olive Oil
1 tbsp Fresh Cilantro (finely chopped)
3 cloves Garlic, minced
2 tsp Jalapeño, finely minced (remove seeds for less heat)
¾ tsp Smoked Paprika
¾ tsp Ground Cumin
¼ tsp Mexican Oregano
¾ tsp Ground Coriander
¼ tsp Fine Sea Salt
¼ tsp Freshly Ground Black Pepper
½ tsp Brown Sugar
½ tsp Lime Zest
Directions
- Add all the ingredients to a mixing bowl.
- Whisk together all the ingredients until well combined.
Notes
- Don’t Over-Marinate: Marinate seafood for 15–30 minutes to add flavor while keeping the texture tender.
- Adjust the Heat: Remove the jalapeño seeds for a milder marinade or leave them in for a spicier finish.
- Great for Multiple Seafood Types: This marinade works beautifully with shrimp, firm white fish, salmon, scallops, and seafood skewers.
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