Hint of Ginger Marinade

For poultry, pork or fish. 

3/4 c  Soy sauce
1/4 c  Dry sherry
1    Small carrot; peeled, minced
1    Garlic clove; minced
1 tb Sweet red pepper; minced
1 1/2 ts Ginger root; minced
2    Small scallions; chopped
1 ts Lemon peel; grated

Combine all ingredients in a bowl.  

Makes about 1-1/4 cups