Recipe: Polynesian Marinade (using papaya, lime and ginger)

POLYNESIAN MARINADE
"Fruit can function as tenderizers, especially papaya, which is an excellent source of vitamin C. Both fresh, pureed papaya and papaya juice can be used to make a marinade.

Lemon or lime juice is usually added to enhance the papaya's flavor. A seasoning with some sharpness, such as chili pepper, offsets the richness of the fruit and adds a pleasant piquancy, as in this tropical marinade."

1 1/2 cups unsweetened papaya juice (or 1 papaya, pureed plus water to equal 1 1/2 cups in total)
1 Tbsp. light soy sauce
1 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
1/2 tsp. minced fresh ginger
1/4 to 1/2 tsp. dried hot red pepper flakes or to taste
1/2 tsp. salt

Combine marinade ingredients in a blender and mix on low speed until smooth. Transfer to a non-metal pan. Add chicken or fish and mix with a non-metal spoon until thoroughly coated.

Cover and let stand for 30 minutes at room temperature or refrigerated for 1 hour.

Take food out of marinade and remove excess marinade with paper toweling.

Grill until cooked, turning frequently to prevent charring.

Makes marinade for 3/4 to 1 lb. chicken or fish
Source: American Institute for Cancer Research