Chipotle-Tequila Marinade
by Johnny Loua, Chef, Seattle, Washington

- 2 chipotle peppers
- 2 serrano peppers
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 bunches cilantro (approximately 4 ounces)
- ½ cup lime juice
- 2 tablespoons lime zest
- ¼ cup orange juice
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- ¾ cup tequila
- 1 cup water
- ½ cup brown sugar
In the bowl of a food processor, combine all ingredients and blend until fully incorporated. Refrigerate until needed. To marinade, submerge meat in marinade, cover, and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.