To achieve a delicious and flavorful marinade, it is essential to carefully choose the ingredients. We start by preparing the marinade mixture, which will give flavor and juiciness to the meat. In a large bowl, we combine olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, crushed garlic, grated ginger, salt, pepper, and if we desire a touch of spiciness, we add chili flakes or Tabasco sauce. We mix all the ingredients very well with a spatula or whisk until we obtain a homogeneous mixture.
Once the marinade is ready, we turn our attention to the meat. It can be chicken breast, pork, or beef, depending on your preferences. It is important that the meat is fresh and of good quality to ensure that the final dish will be delicious. We cut the meat into uniform pieces to allow for effective marination. We place the meat in a glass or plastic dish, being careful not to use metal, as it can react with the ingredients in the marinade.
Once the meat is in the dish, we pour the marinade over it, making sure that the entire surface is covered. If necessary, we can use a weight or lid to keep the meat fully submerged in the marinade, which will help with flavor absorption. We cover the dish with plastic wrap or an airtight lid and place it in the refrigerator. It is recommended to let the meat marinate for 2 to 4 days, depending on the type of meat and the desired intensity of flavor.
During this time, the marinade will penetrate deep into the meat, transforming it into a juicy and flavorful dish. When we are ready to cook, we take the meat out of the marinade without washing it, to keep all the concentrated flavors. Cooking can vary from grilling to baking in the oven or pan-frying. Regardless of the chosen method, the result will be tender and flavorful meat, perfect to be served alongside various sides or in delicious sandwiches. Enjoy every bite and savor the intense flavors you have created!
Once the marinade is ready, we turn our attention to the meat. It can be chicken breast, pork, or beef, depending on your preferences. It is important that the meat is fresh and of good quality to ensure that the final dish will be delicious. We cut the meat into uniform pieces to allow for effective marination. We place the meat in a glass or plastic dish, being careful not to use metal, as it can react with the ingredients in the marinade.
Once the meat is in the dish, we pour the marinade over it, making sure that the entire surface is covered. If necessary, we can use a weight or lid to keep the meat fully submerged in the marinade, which will help with flavor absorption. We cover the dish with plastic wrap or an airtight lid and place it in the refrigerator. It is recommended to let the meat marinate for 2 to 4 days, depending on the type of meat and the desired intensity of flavor.
During this time, the marinade will penetrate deep into the meat, transforming it into a juicy and flavorful dish. When we are ready to cook, we take the meat out of the marinade without washing it, to keep all the concentrated flavors. Cooking can vary from grilling to baking in the oven or pan-frying. Regardless of the chosen method, the result will be tender and flavorful meat, perfect to be served alongside various sides or in delicious sandwiches. Enjoy every bite and savor the intense flavors you have created!
Ingredients
For 1 kg of meat we need: -1 cup (250 ml) of water, boiled and cooled -2/3 cup of wine vinegar or 1/2 cup of dry red wine, possibly with 1/2 cup of wine vinegar and 1/2 bottle of beer -2 onions -3 bay leaves -10 peppercorns -2-3 crushed garlic cloves