Boot Culture Mexican Marinade

A bright, smoky marinade with just the right kick. Perfect for venison, chicken, pork, or anything you’re throwing on the grill or cast iron.

🔥 Boot Culture Mexican-Style Citrus Marinade

🧂 Ingredients

  • Juice of 2 oranges
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2–3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (plus 1–2 tbsp of the sauce for extra flavor)
  • 2 tablespoons cumin
  • 3 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • ¼ onion
  • 2 jalapeños (with seeds for heat)
  • ½ head of garlic (about 5–6 cloves)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2–4 tablespoons oil (to thin to desired consistency)

🔪 Instructions

  1. Add all ingredients to a blender.
  2. Blend until smooth.
  3. Adjust thickness with oil if needed.
  4. Taste and adjust salt, pepper, or heat to your liking.

🥩 How to Use

  • Venison / Beef: Marinate 4–12 hours
  • Chicken / Pork: Marinate 2–8 hours
  • Grill, smoke, or sear in cast iron until cooked through

🔥 Boot Culture Tips

  • Want it hotter? Add another chipotle or keep all the adobo sauce.
  • Want it milder? Remove jalapeño seeds.
  • This doubles as a killer finishing sauce—save a little before adding raw meat.