Do you know the secret to making grilled meats simply irresistible? Using the right marinades. Here are the best summer marinades guaranteed to wow your guests.
Mediterranean marinade
The Mediterranean marinade has a fresh and light flavour that is perfect for the summer season and is especially chicken - or for fish dishes we recommend.
Ingredients:
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves crushed garlic
- 1 fresh, chopped rosemary sprig
- juice and zest of 1 lemon
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Mix all the ingredients in a bowl and pour over the meat. Leave the meat in the marinade for at least 2 hours or overnight to really infuse the flavours.
Asian BBQ marinade
From Asia BBQ marinade with its special flavour is perfect for grilling chicken, but also for other meats such as. for pork is also a great fit.
Ingredients:
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 cloves crushed garlic
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- Pinch of chilli flakes (optional)
Mix all the ingredients in a bowl, then pour over the meat. Leave the meat in the marinade for at least 2 hours, or overnight if possible.
Mexican lemon-spicy marinade
The Mexican lemon-spice marinade is a real flavour bomb, a great choice if you want something really zesty.
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- 1 tablespoon chilipor
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Mix all the ingredients in a bowl and pour over the meat. Leave the meat in the marinade for at least 2 hours, but if you have the opportunity, leave it overnight to really infuse the flavours.
Sweet and spicy BBQ marinade
Our sweet and spicy BBQ marinade is the best choice if you're looking for a really flavourful marinade that's guaranteed to liven up your barbecue.
Ingredients:
- 40 ml BBQ sauce
- 40 ml honey
- 40 ml apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
Mix all the ingredients in a bowl and pour over the meat. Leave the meat in the marinade for at least 2 hours, but if you have the opportunity, leave it overnight to really infuse the flavours.
Before marinating the meat, always remember to store the meat in the fridge and then take it out of the fridge about an hour before grilling to allow it to warm up to room temperature. This will help the meat to cook evenly.
On top of all this, the marinade not only adds flavour to your meat, but also helps to keep it juicy during grilling. Barbecue and meat are summer essentials, but it's the marinade that really makes meals special.
Enjoy the barbecue!
