My Best Wine Marinade

Elevate your grilling game with "My Best Wine Marinade," a bold and aromatic blend of dry red wine, extra virgin olive oil, and soy sauce, perfectly balanced with fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, and a medley of finely chopped herbs like rosemary and thyme. This marinade is ideal for tenderizing and flavoring beef, lamb, or pork, adding layers of richness enhanced by whole grain mustard and a touch of sweetness from brown sugar. Quick to prepare in just 10 minutes, this versatile recipe infuses your protein with vibrant, savory depth after marinating for 4 to 24 hours. Whether you’re grilling, roasting, or pan-searing, this wine marinade guarantees tender, flavor-packed results that will transform your next meal into a gourmet feast. Perfect for summer BBQs or cozy dinner nights, this recipe delivers unparalleled flavor in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup dry red wine
• 0.25 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 0.25 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
• 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, chopped
• 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the dry red wine, olive oil, and soy sauce until well combined.

Step 2

Add in the freshly squeezed lemon juice, minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, whole grain mustard, brown sugar, black pepper, and salt. Whisk thoroughly to ensure all the ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 3

If you prefer a bit of heat, stir in the crushed red pepper flakes at this step.

Step 4

Taste the marinade to adjust seasoning if needed. Keep in mind the soy sauce adds saltiness, so adjust salt carefully.

Step 5

Pour the marinade into a large resealable plastic bag or a glass dish with a lid.

Step 6

Place your choice of protein (up to 2 pounds of beef, lamb, or pork) into the marinade, ensuring it is completely submerged.

Step 7

Seal the bag well or cover the dish with a lid, then place it in the refrigerator to marinate. Allow the protein to soak in the marinade for a minimum of 4 hours, but for the best result, marinate for 8 to 24 hours.

Step 8

Turn the protein occasionally to ensure even exposure to the marinade.

Step 9

When ready to cook, remove the protein from the marinade and discard the remaining liquid. Cook your protein using your preferred method (grilling, pan-searing, or roasting) and enjoy the elevated flavors!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	421.2 grams (421.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	792

Total Fat 57.90g	74%
Saturated Fat 8.00g	40%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 333499mg	14500%
Total Carbohydrate 22.40g	8%
Dietary Fiber 1.40g	5%
Total Sugars 11.40g
Protein 6.30g	13%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 53mg	4%
Iron 2mg	13%
Potassium 590mg	13%

*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: 81.9%

Protein: 4.0%

Carbs: 14.1%