Tangy Beef or Pork Marinade

Transform your meats into a symphony of flavors with this Tangy Beef or Pork Marinade, a perfect blend of savory, sweet, and zesty notes that elevates any cut. Featuring a base of olive oil, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar, this marinade is enhanced with the subtle sweetness of honey, the kick of Dijon mustard, and a burst of aromatic freshness from minced garlic, paprika, and rosemary. A touch of crushed red pepper flakes brings just the right amount of heat, while fresh lemon juice adds a bright, tangy finish. With only 10 minutes of prep time, this easy marinade infuses your beef or pork with deep, restaurant-quality flavors, making it a must-have for grilling, roasting, or pan-searing. Perfect for those who crave bold, mouthwatering results in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 0.25 cup olive oil
• 0.25 cup soy sauce
• 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine olive oil, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar. Whisk together until well emulsified.

Step 2

Add honey and Dijon mustard to the liquid mixture, and whisk until fully combined.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, ground black pepper, paprika, and crushed red pepper flakes for a seasoning boost.

Step 4

Add fresh rosemary and freshly squeezed lemon juice to the mixture, and give it one final stir to evenly combine all the ingredients.

Step 5

Place your beef or pork cuts (up to 2 pounds) into a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish.

Step 6

Pour the marinade over the meat, ensuring it is evenly coated on all sides.

Step 7

Seal the bag or cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours, or ideally overnight for maximum flavor.

Step 8

Before cooking, remove the meat from the marinade and shake off any excess. Discard the used marinade.

Step 9

Cook the meat using your preferred method (grilling, roasting, or pan-searing) until it reaches the desired doneness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	278.5 grams (278.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	739

Total Fat 59.50g	76%
Saturated Fat 8.80g	44%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.40g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2658mg	116%
Total Carbohydrate 45.40g	17%
Dietary Fiber 1.60g	6%
Total Sugars 35.90g
Protein 7.00g	14%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 52mg	4%
Iron 2mg	13%
Potassium 403mg	9%

*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: 71.9%

Protein: 3.8%

Carbs: 24.4%