Sicilian Lemon Marinade

• BASIC-EASY
• FAST
• HEALTHY
• MAKE-AHEAD
• VEGETARIAN

Ingredients

1. 2/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2. Zest of 2 large lemons, removed in wide strips with a vegetable peeler
3. 3 bay leaves
4. 3 large rosemary sprigs, cut into 1-inch lengths
5. 1/2 teaspoon cracked black peppercorns
6. Kosher salt
7. 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
8. 1/3 cup water

1. APPLICATIONS: In a medium saucepan, combine the olive oil with the lemon zest, bay leaves, rosemary sprigs and cracked peppercorns and cook over moderate heat just until sizzling. Add a large pinch of salt; remove from the heat. Let cool slightly, then stir in the lemon juice and water.
2. Use as a 1-hour marinade for swordfish, tuna or shrimp, or to marinate veal, chicken or pork for up to 4 hours before grilling, broiling or sautéing. Strain and toss with salad greens, olives and croutons and roasted potatoes or drizzle over poached fish.