Best 7 All Purpose Marinade Recipes

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**All-Purpose Marinade: A Culinary Journey of Flavor**

In the world of cooking, marinating is an art form that transforms ordinary ingredients into culinary masterpieces. An all-purpose marinade acts as a magical elixir, infusing meats, vegetables, and even tofu with a symphony of flavors. Embark on a delectable adventure as we unveil a collection of versatile marinade recipes that cater to every palate and dietary preference. From the classic and timeless herb-infused marinade to the tangy and exotic Asian-inspired concoction, this article presents a culinary treasure trove of marinade recipes that will elevate your cooking game. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds and embark on a flavor-filled journey with our all-purpose marinade recipes.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

EASY AND TASTY ALL-PURPOSE MARINADE



Easy and Tasty All-Purpose Marinade image

This marinade can be used on all sorts of meats (absolutely the BEST for steaks!) and even seafood. It is my favorite and soooooo easy and tasty!

Provided by MITCHM

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Marinade Recipes

Time 3m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 cloves crushed garlic
½ cup soy sauce
¼ cup olive oil
½ cup water

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine the garlic, soy sauce, olive oil and water; mix well. Marinate meat of your choice for at least 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93.1 calories, Carbohydrate 2.1 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 9 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 1203.6 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

ALL-PURPOSE MARINADE



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This is the perfect marinade for any cut of beef or wild game. It is so flavorful and makes it irresistible.-Charlie and Ruthie Knote, Cape Girardeau, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 5m

Yield 2-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup canola oil
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce
1/3 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons ground mustard
1 tablespoon pepper
2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 to 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, optional
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • In a blender, combine all ingredients. Cover and process until parsley is finely minced. Use as a marinade for beef or game.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 137 calories, Fat 14g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 461mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

ALL PURPOSE HAWAIIAN MARINADE



All Purpose Hawaiian Marinade image

I originally concocted this recipe for a party I hostessed. I used it on chicken thighs and legs, but since then, I've tried it beef and pork, as well. I also think it would be awesome on tuna steaks or shrimp! I've also used Pineapple Coconut Juice and it's EXCELLENT. Enough for 3 lbs meat of choice.

Provided by Savvy Hostess

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 cups unsweetened pineapple juice
2 cups soy sauce
1 cup dry sherry
1/2 cup rice vinegar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon fresh gingerroot, grated
1 tablespoon sesame oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 green onions, diced
2 teaspoons garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon Chinese five spice powder
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
meat or poultry, of your choice

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix all ingredients together. Allow meat to marinate in zip top baggies for 12 to 48 hours.
  • Remove meat from bags and pour marinade into sauce pan. Bring to boil over medium high heat and for 10 minutes.
  • Baste meat with marinade in between flips on the grill.

ALL PURPOSE LIME MARINADE



All Purpose Lime Marinade image

An extremely simple marinade for beef, chicken, seafood, pork.

Provided by ANTHONYTHEOBALD

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Marinade Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

⅓ cup freshly squeezed lime juice
2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce
2 green onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger root
¼ teaspoon ancho chile powder

Steps:

  • To make the marinade, whisk together the lime juice, teriyaki sauce, green onions, ginger, and ancho powder.
  • To use, marinate your chosen meat for 2 to 4 hours. Grill over hardwood charcoal.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 17.8 calories, Carbohydrate 4.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.8 g, Sodium 346.9 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

ALL PURPOSE MARINADE/MOP/DIPPING SAUCE



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This is a Chef Paul recipe. Very versatile! The marinade is great for brisket. Just reserve some, add some beer and you've got a good mop. Reserve some more, add a few ingredients and you've got a good dipping or BBQ sauce. Cooking time does not include the marinating time or the time to cook the brisket. This is primarily a recipe for the marinade.

Provided by Pokey in San Antonio

Categories     Sauces

Time 40m

Yield 15-20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

8 -10 lbs beef brisket
1 1/2 cups beef stock, not bullion
3/4 cup red wine vinegar
6 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon dried chipotle powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
2 tablespoons garlic powder
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon cumin powder
3/4 cup oil
3/4 cup Bourbon
1 cup reserved marinade
6 ounces beer
balance reserved marinade
1 (16 ounce) can tomato sauce
3 tablespoons white vinegar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 cup catsup
1 teaspoon mustard powder
5 garlic cloves (roasted)

Steps:

  • Mix everything except bourbon in a saucepan, bring to a boil, simmer afor a minute or two.
  • Cool and add the bourbon.
  • This should be enough to marinade a brisket in it's cryovac packaging. Snip off a corner of the cryovac just large enough to insert the tip of a funnel. Drain out any blood, and carefully pour the marinade inches Reseal the packaging (I use duct tape), place in a pan (just in case), and refridgerate one or two days.
  • Drain and reserve the marinade.
  • Put the brisket in the smoker. For instructions on how to smoke a brisket, see my Real Texas Brisket recipe#152445.
  • For the mop: Measure 1 cup of reserved marinade and set aside. Put the rest of the marinade in a large saucepan and boil for about 5 minutes. Cool slightly, Strain, if using a spray bottle, and add in the beer. If you strain out the solids, you can add them back to the marinade reserved for the sauce, for a little extra zip.
  • Mop every half an hour, up to every hour, as your pit requires.
  • For the sauce: Put the ingredients in a large saucepan, bring to a boil, and simmer until thick. I roasted the garlic and onion in my pit while smoking the beef, added it to the sauce later, and then simmered it for another half an hour or so. Pour the sauce into the blender and process until smooth. If it's too thick, add some of the mop. Serve warm.

'ALL PURPOSE' MARINADE (ESPECIALLY NICE USED WITH BEEF)



'All Purpose' Marinade (especially nice used with beef) image

This is a very versatile marinade and is especially nice used with the many different cuts of beef. Used as a basic marinade for meat, it can be so easily adapted to be used with lamb or pork, eg. add chopped fresh mint and perhaps some honey, if using with lamb, or grated fresh ginger if using with Pork.

Provided by Karin...

Categories     Low Protein

Time 5m

Yield 1 1/2 cups of 'All Purpose' Marinade.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup light olive oil
1 cup red wine
3 tablespoons light soy sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (more or less according to taste - but don't overdo!!)
4 cloves garlic, crushed
salt
freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine all the ingredients and mix well.

AMAZING ALL-PURPOSE MARINADE



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This versatile marinade works well on any grilled meat or fish - the combination of spiciness and sweetness is great! As you will see in the recipe, flavors can be adjusted with the proportions of fruit juices!

Provided by DEBNJAMES

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Marinade Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup balsamic vinegar
1 cup orange juice
1 cup pineapple juice
¼ cup olive oil
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
1 ½ tablespoons garlic powder
¼ cup finely chopped green onions
hot pepper sauce to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, blend the vinegar, orange juice, pineapple juice, olive oil, pepper, garlic powder, green onion, hot pepper sauce, and thyme.
  • Place meat or fish in a shall glass dish or bowl, pierce with a fork on top a few times, and pour 1/2 of the marinade over it. Turn over and repeat. Marinate for at least 1 hour, up to 24 hours for the most flavor.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 107.8 calories, Carbohydrate 11.3 g, Fat 6.9 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 6.1 mg, Sugar 8.4 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right marinade for your dish. Consider the flavors of the meat, fish, or vegetables you're marinating, as well as the cooking method you'll be using.
  • Use fresh ingredients. Fresh herbs, spices, and citrus juices will give your marinade the best flavor.
  • Don't overdo it. Marinating for too long can toughen meat and vegetables. A few hours is usually sufficient, but you can marinate for up to 24 hours if you're using a mild marinade.
  • Use a non-reactive container. Glass, stainless steel, or ceramic containers are best for marinating. Avoid using aluminum or iron containers, as they can react with the marinade and alter the flavor of your food.
  • Cover the food completely. Make sure the marinade completely covers the food you're marinating. This will ensure that all parts of the food are evenly flavored.
  • Refrigerate the marinade. Always marinate food in the refrigerator, not at room temperature. This will help to prevent the growth of bacteria.
  • Discard the marinade after use. Never reuse a marinade that has been used to marinate raw meat or fish. This can spread bacteria and make you sick.

Conclusion:

Marinating is a great way to add flavor and moisture to your food. With a little planning, you can create a delicious marinade that will enhance the flavor of your next meal. So next time you're cooking, don't forget to marinate your food!

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