Name: Six easy marinades
Ingredients: 80 ml Extra-virgin olive oil; Zest and juice of 2 lemons; 5 Garlic cloves, crushed or finely chopped; 1 tbsp Fresh thyme leaves; 20 g Dijon mustard; 10 g Honey; 1½ tsp Salt; ½ tsp Cracked black pepper; 200 g Full-fat plain yoghurt; Juice of 1 lemon; 4 Garlic cloves, crushed; 20 g Fresh ginger, grated; 1½ tsp Mild curry powder; 1 tsp Ground cumin; 1 tsp Ground coriander; ½ tsp Turmeric; ½ tsp Garam masala; 1½ tsp Salt; ½ tsp Black pepper; 80 g Dijon mustard; 40 g Wholegrain mustard; 80 g Honey; 20 ml Apple cider vinegar; 50 ml Olive oil; 2 Garlic cloves, crushed; 1 tsp Fresh thyme leaves or chopped rosemary; 1 tsp Salt; ½ tsp Black pepper; 200 ml Full-fat coconut milk; 60 g Thai red curry paste, store-bought or homemade

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The recipe

Six easy marinades

Today, i'm sharing 6 marinades that will instantly level up your meals.

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Method

1. Zesty lemon & garlic marinade

Step 1
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil (50 ml), lemon zest and juice.
Step 2
Add the garlic (5 cloves), thyme (1 tbsp), Dijon mustard (20 g), and honey (10 g).
Step 3
Season with salt (1½ tsp) and pepper, then whisk until well combined.
Step 4
Pour over your chosen meat or vegetables, massaging the marinade in.
Step 5
Store in a sealed container or freezer bag in the fridge (up to 3 days) or freeze (up to 3 months).

2. Curried yoghurt marinade

Step 1
(Optional) Lightly toast all the spices in a dry pan for 30-60 seconds to release their aroma.
Step 2
In a bowl, combine yogurt, lemon juice, garlic (5 cloves), ginger (20 g), and the toasted spices.
Step 3
Add salt (1½ tsp) and pepper, and mix until smooth.
Step 4
Pour over your chosen protein or vegetables and massage well.
Step 5
Label and refrigerate or freeze as desired.

3. Honey mustard marinade

Step 1
In a bowl, combine Dijon and wholegrain mustard (40 g) with honey (10 g).
Step 2
Stir in vinegar (20 ml), olive oil (50 ml), garlic (5 cloves), and herbs.
Step 3
Season with salt (1½ tsp) and pepper, then mix until smooth.
Step 4
Pour over chicken, pork, or vegetables, coating well.
Step 5
Store in fridge or freezer until ready to use.

4. Thai red curry marinade

Step 1
Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl.
Step 2
Stir until smooth and fully combined.
Step 3
Pour over meat, fish (1 tbsp), or vegetables and massage gently.
Step 4
Seal and store in the fridge or freezer.

5. Smoky paprika marinade

Step 1
In a bowl, mix smoked paprika (4 tsp) and garlic (5 cloves) with olive oil (50 ml) and red wine vinegar (30 ml).
Step 2
Stir in thyme (1 tbsp), salt (1½ tsp), and pepper.
Step 3
Coat your chosen ingredients generously.
Step 4
Marinate in the fridge before cooking.

6. Garlic & rosemary marinade

Step 1
Add rosemary (1 tsp) sprigs directly into a resealable bag, crushing them slightly to release oils.
Step 2
Add garlic (5 cloves), olive oil (50 ml), and vinegar (20 ml).
Step 3
Season with salt (1½ tsp) and pepper.
Step 4
Add your meat or vegetables, seal the bag (removing excess air), and massage well.
Step 5
Label and refrigerate or freeze.
Step 6: Storage tips
Fridge: Up to 3 days.
Step 7
Freezer: Up to 3 months.
Step 8
Always label and date your bags.
Step 9
If reusing a marinade as a sauce, ensure it's boiled thoroughly to cook out any raw meat juices.

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Six easy marinades

Six easy marinades

Ingredients

1. Zesty lemon & garlic marinade

2. Curried yoghurt marinade

3. Honey mustard marinade

4. Thai red curry marinade

5. Smoky paprika marinade