Meat Marinade

Elevate your cooking game with this versatile Meat Marinade, the ultimate flavor booster for chicken, beef, pork, or lamb! This easy, 10-minute recipe combines pantry staples like olive oil, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar with the rich sweetness of honey, the tangy kick of Dijon mustard, and the aromatic appeal of fresh rosemary and minced garlic. A hint of red pepper flakes (optional) adds just the right amount of heat, making this marinade customizable to suit any taste. Whether you’re grilling, baking, or pan-frying, this marinade ensures your meat stays juicy, tender, and loaded with bold, savory flavors. Perfect for meal prep, summer barbecues, or weeknight dinners, this one’s guaranteed to be your go-to marinade recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 0.5 cups olive oil
• 0.25 cups soy sauce
• 0.25 cups apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
• 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
• 0.25 cups water

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard until well combined.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic, chopped rosemary, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) to the mixture. Stir until evenly distributed.

Step 3

Gradually stir in the water to slightly dilute the marinade and adjust the consistency if necessary.

Step 4

Place your chosen meat (chicken, beef, pork, or lamb) in a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish.

Step 5

Pour the marinade over the meat, ensuring it is completely coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap.

Step 6

Refrigerate the meat for at least 2 hours, or up to 24 hours for maximum flavor. Turn the meat occasionally to ensure even marination.

Step 7

When ready to cook, remove the meat from the marinade and discard any excess marinade. Cook the meat to your preferred method (grill, bake, pan-fry, etc.).

Step 8

Enjoy your tender and flavorful meal, complemented by this versatile marinade!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	363.4 grams (363.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1234

Total Fat 115.30g	148%
Saturated Fat 17.40g	87%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2660mg	116%
Total Carbohydrate 42.70g	16%
Dietary Fiber 1.20g	4%
Total Sugars 35.00g
Protein 6.70g	13%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 52mg	4%
Iron 2mg	13%
Potassium 345mg	7%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 84.0%

Protein: 2.2%

Carbs: 13.8%