Best 7 Tuscan Marinade Recipes

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**Tuscan Marinade: A Flavorful Journey Through the Heart of Italy**

Embark on a culinary adventure to the picturesque region of Tuscany, Italy, renowned for its rustic charm and delectable cuisine. Discover the secrets behind the tantalizing Tuscan marinade, a versatile blend of herbs, spices, and olive oil that transforms ordinary ingredients into extraordinary dishes. This marinade not only tenderizes meats, but also infuses them with a symphony of flavors that will transport your taste buds to the heart of Tuscany. Whether you're grilling succulent steaks, roasting tender chicken, or preparing flavorful seafood, the Tuscan marinade is your key to unlocking a world of culinary delights. Indulge in a variety of recipes that showcase the versatility of this marinade, from grilled Tuscan steak to succulent marinated chicken skewers, and tantalizing grilled shrimp. Prepare to be captivated by the rustic elegance and bold flavors that define Tuscan cuisine, as you create dishes that will leave a lasting impression on your palate.

Let's cook with our recipes!

TUSCAN RIB-EYE STEAK



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 12h40m

Yield 1 to 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

One 18-ounce bone-in rib-eye steak, about 1 1/2-inches thick
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 sprigs fresh rosemary
4 sprigs fresh thyme
2 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons plus 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
1/4 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more for seasoning
1 large egg
6 or 7 leaves baby arugula

Steps:

  • For the marinade: The day before you plan on cooking your steak, place the rib-eye in a resealable baggie along with the olive oil, rosemary, thyme and garlic. Move the herbs and garlic around in the bag to coat the steak with all the flavors. Refrigerate overnight.
  • For the steak: Remove the steak from the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Sprinkle the steak evenly with 1 teaspoon of the salt. Place the steak on the grill pan and sear for 5 minutes without moving the steak. Flip the steak and repeat on the other side. Remove the steak to a baking sheet and place in the oven for 10 minutes for medium doneness. Allow the steak to rest for 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a small bowl mix together the lemon zest, lemon juice, 2 teaspoons olive oil, rosemary, thyme, 1/8 teaspoon of the salt and 1/8 teaspoon of the pepper. Set aside.
  • Heat a small nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add 1 teaspoon olive oil and slide in the egg, being careful not to break the yolk. Sprinkle with the remaining 1/8 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Reduce the heat to medium-low and gently cook the egg until the white is just set and the yolk is still soft, about 3 minutes.
  • Transfer the rested steak to a serving plate. Scatter the arugula over the steak and drizzle 1 teaspoon of the herb oil. Lay the egg, sunny-side up, over the top. Drizzle with the remaining herb oil and season with a few grinds of black pepper.

ITALIAN MARINADE



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Spiedies, grilled skewers of meat marinated in what amounts to Italian dressing, are a culinary mainstay of bars and roadhouses in and around Binghamton, N.Y. What follows is a recipe for the marinade used to prepare them for the fire. I have used fresh herbs, though dried ones are more traditional, and have upped the flavor slightly with the use of lemon zest. Once you've got the marinade made, simply cut the meat - chicken or beef, lamb or pork - into 1- or 2-inch cubes, and submerge it in the liquid for a couple of days (10 to 12 hours for chicken), covered, in the refrigerator. All that lemon and vinegar does some work on the meat, and the result, when grilled over charcoal for four or five minutes a side, is a fantastical taste of upstate New York, and a very simple and excellent dinner besides. (Here are instructions for cooking them.) Serve with torn mint and an additional drizzle of lemon juice and olive oil, on top of Italian bread or alongside rice.

Provided by Sam Sifton

Categories     sauces and gravies

Time 5m

Yield Enough for 2 to 3 pounds meat

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3/4 cup red wine vinegar
Zest of 1 lemon
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
4 cloves garlic, peeled, smashed and roughly chopped
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon thyme leaves
1 tablespoon oregano leaves
1 tablespoon basil leaves, rolled and chopped into chiffonade
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste

Steps:

  • Whisk together all the ingredients in a large bowl. Add cubes of chicken, pork, lamb or beef to the marinade and cover tightly, or place into large, re-sealable plastic bags and refrigerate for 24 to 36 hours (or 10 to 12 hours for chicken).

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 256, UnsaturatedFat 23 grams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 27 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 0 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 170 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram

TUSCAN PORK TENDERLOIN



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This is a very easy weeknight pork tenderloin recipe that is also keto-friendly.

Provided by BMG

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     French

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 teaspoons garlic, minced
2 teaspoons dried rosemary
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
4 pounds pork tenderloin

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Combine garlic, rosemary, oregano, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Rub spice mixture all over the pork tenderloin. Place in a baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until pork is slightly pink in the center, 20 to 25 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C). Remove from oven and let stand for 5 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183.3 calories, Carbohydrate 0.7 g, Cholesterol 84.2 mg, Fat 7.3 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 26.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 251.5 mg

TUSCAN LEMON CHICKEN



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 2 to 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (3 1/2-pound) chicken, flattened
Kosher salt
1/3 cup good olive oil
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest (2 lemons)
1/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 tablespoon minced garlic (3 cloves)
1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary leaves
Freshly ground black pepper
1 lemon, halved

Steps:

  • Sprinkle the chicken with 1 teaspoon salt on each side. Combine the olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, rosemary, and 2 teaspoons pepper in a small measuring cup. Place the chicken in a ceramic or glass dish just large enough to hold it flat. Pour the lemon marinade over the chicken, turning it in the dish. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. Turn the chicken 2 or 3 times while marinating.
  • When ready to grill, prepare a hot charcoal fire on 1 side of a grill (or turn a gas grill on low heat). Spread 1/4 of the coals across the other side of the grill. Place the chicken on the cooler side, skin side up, and weigh it down with the dish you used for marinating. Cook for 12 to 15 minutes, until the underside is golden brown. Turn the chicken skin side down, weight again with the dish, and cook for another 12 to 15 minutes, until the skin is golden brown and the chicken is cooked through. Place the lemon halves on the cool side of the grill, cut side down for the last 10 minutes of cooking. Remove the chicken to a plate or cutting board, cover with aluminum foil, and allow to rest for 5 minutes. Cut in quarters, sprinkle with salt, and serve with the grilled lemon halves.

TUSCAN MARINADE



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This marinade is particularly good with vegetables (see the following recipe) or with chicken paillard or flank steak. For chicken, pound four 6-to-8-ounce chicken breasts until they are 1/4 inch thick. Marinate in the refrigerator for 4 hours. Grill over hot coals until tender, about 2 to 3 minutes per side. For flank steak, marinate a 1 1/2-to-2-pound piece in the refrigerator for 8 hours. Grill over hot coals until medium rare, about 3 to 4 minutes per side.

Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     easy, condiments

Time 5m

Yield One cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/3 cup red wine
1/3 cup olive oil
2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
1 tablespoon grated orange rind
1/2 cup minced sage leaves
1/4 cup minced rosemary leaves
1 tablespoon black peppercorns, crushed

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a glass or ceramic bowl. Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 236, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 4 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams

TUSCAN CHICKEN MARINADE



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Make and share this Tuscan Chicken Marinade recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Please Delete

Categories     Chicken

Time 5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/3 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons rosemary, crushed
1 1/2 teaspoons basil leaves
1 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients and coat chicken.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168.4, Fat 18, SaturatedFat 2.5, Sodium 582.6, Carbohydrate 2.5, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.6, Protein 0.4

TUSCAN MARINATED STEAKS



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While looking for Italian recipes, found this one posted in The New York Times which states it was Adapted from Anstice Carroll. I am not a fan of rosemary, so I will leave that out of my marinade.

Provided by diner524

Categories     Steak

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, preferably Tuscan
1/2 cup dry italian red wine
1/4 cup fresh oregano, chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried)
1/3 cup fresh sage, chopped (or 2 tablespoons dried)
3 sprigs fresh rosemary (or 1 teaspoon dried)
1 medium onion, sliced
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
2 bay leaves
2 tablespoons grated lemon zest (or orange zest)
4 beef steaks (about 6 ounces each)

Steps:

  • In a small glass or ceramic bowl, combine all ingredients except steaks. Cover, and refrigerate until needed, up to four days.
  • In a wide, shallow glass or ceramic bowl, combine the steaks and marinade. Turn the steaks to coat them well. Cover, and refrigerate overnight.
  • Wipe excess marinade from steaks and discard. Grill to taste.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality olive oil for the best flavor.
  • Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes, or up to 24 hours.
  • If you're using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before using to prevent them from burning.
  • Grill the chicken over medium heat, turning frequently, until cooked through.
  • Serve the chicken with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, grilled bread, or a simple salad.

Conclusion:

Tuscan chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for any occasion. With its flavorful marinade and tender chicken, this dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give Tuscan chicken a try!

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