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Cuban Lime Marinade [For Vegetables] ------------------------------------ 6 cloves garlic -- minced (2 Tbs.) 2 teas ground cumin 1 tbls chopped fresh oregano (or 1 teas. dried) 1/2 teas ground black pepper 1/2 cup fresh lime juice Place the garlic in a mortar and pestle and mash to a smooth paste (or mash in a shallow bowl with a fork). Work in the cumin, oregano, pepper, and lime juice. Add a pound of vegetables. Marinate for at least six hours, stirring occasionally. Broil or grill until done, basting occasionally with the leftover marinade. Serves 5. Adapted from Steven Raichlen's High-Flavor Low-Fat Cooking |