Four Simple Marinades
Adding a marinade to your grilled meats makes them more tender, flavorful and healthier. Studies have shown that the acid content of marinades made with vinegars, citric juices, oils and herbs naturally reduce the risk of carcinogens, which are created when meats are grilled. These four marinades are equally delicious on beef, chicken, pork or seafood — depending on your taste.
Ingredients
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Garlic-herb
- 1/2 cup rice or white wine vinegar Add to list
- 1 tablespoon canola oil Add to list
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion Add to list
- 1 small bay leaf Add to list
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary, thyme or oregano Add to list
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced Add to list
- 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper Add to list
Thai
- 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk Add to list
- 1 coarsely grated shallot Add to list
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice Add to list
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro Add to list
- 1/2 teaspoon chili paste Add to list
Fiery
- 1/2 cup olive oil Add to list
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Add to list
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard Add to list
- 1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce Add to list
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper Add to list
Indian
- 1/2 cup plain whole-milk yogurt Add to list
- 2 tablespoons canola oil Add to list
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin Add to list
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric Add to list
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander Add to list
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Source: Sound Consumer July 2005
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