North African Marinade

Ingredients

• 1 cup diced onion
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
• 1/2 cup paprika
• 1 tablespoon coriander seed
• 2 teaspoons craked black peppercorns
• 2 teaspoons cardamom pods
• 1 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon allspice
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons chicken stock or water

Directions

1. 1

   Place onion, garlic, ginger, spices and salt in a skillet. Cook over medium heat for 2 minutes or until spices are fragrant and lightly roasted. Remove from heat.

2. 2

   In a blender combine the spice mixture, lemon juice, and puree to a smooth paste.

3. 3

   Spread paste over seafood, poultry, beef or pork and marinate for 2-3 hours or overnight for best results.