MEAT MARINADES – No Excuses!

Marinating can add extra flavour to a variety of meats so ideally it is best to marinate meat over night or during the day (for eight hours). If you’re short of time, an hour will produce a good, but milder result.

To make up marinades, all you do is mix the ingredients thoroughly. Always place meat in a glass or ceramic dish or if you have a Tupperware Season Serve marinating container, this works well or even a ziplock bag. See this recipe ~ MARINATED BAKED CHICKEN PIECES

Do NOT marinate in a metal containers since the acidic ingredients such as lemon juice or wine can react with the metal.
Turn meat occasionally so all sides are coated evenly with the marinade and always store covered in the refrigerator.
When barbecuing, always drain the meat and use the marinate as as the meat is cooking.

SWEET SUCCESS HINT – When using a marinade that contains honey or sugar, cook the meat at a lower heat than usual to stop the marinade from charring. Cooking times may need to be adjusted a little to allow for the temperature to reduce its heat. Honey adds a lovely flavour to Asian style marinades too.

Here is a list of marinades to try:

SPICY VINDALOO PASTE

For Beef or Lamb
Ingredients for 4 steaks (servings)

1 Teaspoon ground cardamom
1 Teaspoon minced chilli
1 Teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 Teaspoons ground cumin
2 Teaspoons turmeric
2 Teaspoons hot mustard, smooth or whole grain
¼ Cup white vinegar

MEDITERRANEAN MARINADE

For Beef or Lamb
Ingredients for 4 steaks (servings)

3 Cloves of garlic, peeled
½ Cup tomato paste
½ Cup olive oil
2 Teaspoons dried or fresh oregano
¼ Cup red wine

HORSERADISH MARINADE

For Beef
Ingredients for 4 steaks (servings)

1 Tablespoon canola oil
1 Tablespoon horseradish cream
½ Cup white wine
2 Teaspoons fresh parsley or coriander ~ chopped
2 Teaspoons wholegrain mustard

HONEY MINT MARINADE

For Beef, Lamb & Pork
Ingredients for 4 steaks (servings)

½ Teaspoon sesame oil
1 Tablespoon lemon juice
½-1 Teaspoon minced chilli
1 Tablespoon fresh mint leaves ~ chopped
2 Teaspoons honey

ORANGE TERIYAKI MARINADE

For Beef
Ingredients for 4 steaks (servings)

Grated rind and juice of 1 orange
¼ Cup thick teriyaki baste or sauce
2 Tablespoons soy sauce
1 Tablespoon honey

CHINESE MARINADE

For Beef
Ingredients for 4 steaks (servings)

2 Tablespoons honey
2 Tablespoons dry sherry
2 Tablespoons soy sauce
1 Teaspoons sesame oil
1 Teaspoon Chinese five spice powder
1 Teaspoon minced garlic or 1 clove crushed garlic
1 Teaspoon minced ginger

SPICY CITRUS MARINADE

For Lamb
Ingredients for 6-8 steaks (servings)

350ml Grapefruit juice
⅔ Cup orange juice
⅔ Cup olive oil (add a few drops sesame oil, optional)
2 Teaspoons crushed or minced garlic
2 Teaspoons hot paprika (or normal)
2 Tablespoons brown sugar or honey