Lime, Ginger & Yogurt Marinade

• 2-inch piece ginger, peeled and finely chopped
• 4 large cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1/4 tsp. turmeric
• 1 tsp. chili powder
• 11/2 tsp. salt
• 1/2 tsp. ground cumin
• 3/4 cup plain low-fat yogurt
• 1 Tbs. fresh lime juice

Whisk together all ingredients in a small bowl. Combine the marinade and meat in a zip-top bag and refrigerate, turning occasionally. As a general rule, marinate shrimp, scallops, and fish for 30 to 40 minutes, chicken, beef, pork and lamb for at least 1 hour and up to 12 hours or overnight. Don’t let meat sit in a yogurt marinade for more than 12 hours, as it will turn mushy.