Simple Marinades You Can Make at Home

 

A couple of years ago Schnucks featured several marinades in the May/June issue of Simply Schnucks.  These are all delicious and can be used in so many ways.  They quickly became my go-to ways to add that extra flavor to so many dishes.

All-Purpose 

1/4 cup ketchup

1/4 cup packed brown sugar

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 Tbsp olive oil

2 tsp chili powder

2 tsp cumin

1 tsp smoked paprika

1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

In a medium bowl, whisk together all ingredients until well combined.  Season with salt if desired.  Stir in chosen protein or vegetables; let marinate, covered and refrigerated at least 30 minutes or up to 24 hours.  This is particularly good on steak, pork, chicken, and some veggies.  

Orange-Chile

1/4 cup olive oil

1 medium navel orange, zested and juiced (about 1/4 cup of juice)

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 Tbsp crushed red pepper

This is particularly good with seafood.

Garlic-Herb

1/2 cup Wish-/bone Italian Dressing

1 Tbsp chopped fresh oregano

2 cloves garlic, minced 

1/2 tsp black pepper

This is particularly good with veggies and seafood.

Balsamic

1/4 cup balsamic vinegar

2 Tbsp olive oil

2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce

1 Tbsp chopped fresh thyme leaves or 1 tsp dried

1 tsp Dijon mustard

1 clove garlic, minced

1/4 tsp black pepper

This is perfect for cherry tomatoes, mushrooms or steak.