Lime marinade for shrimp or chicken

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Citrus Marinade

2 lg cloves of garlic, minced
1/3 c olive oil

Cook garlic in oil until browned. Remove from heat. Discard garlic.

Combine with:

3 T brown sugar
2 T balsamic vinegar (I use plain vinegar)
1.5 t Dijon mustard (I do not use)
1.4 c lime or orange juice (I use lime)
1.5 t grated lemon zest (or ¼ t lemon extract)

Use to marinate 1.5 to 2 lbs shrimp or chicken.