Looking for unique and simple grilling marinades? Impress your friends and prepare them in true Asian style. Just a few simple ingredients, like soy sauce, chili and ginger paste, or simple mustard, and your barbecue will turn into an oriental feast. Discover marinade recipes prepared by our chef – Jarek OwczarczykMeat, fish, or maybe a vegetarian barbecue? We've got you covered!
Marinade for grilled chicken breast
- 2 servings
- Preparation time: 5 minutes
- Difficulty level: 1
Spiciness level: 1
Ingredients :
- 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
- 2 tsp ginger garlic chili pastes
- 100 ml coconut milk 12-14%
- 1 lemon – juice and grated peel
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 handful of fresh basil
- 4 tablespoons of oil
Preparation method:
- Place all marinade ingredients in a container and blend thoroughly.
- Brush the prepared marinade over the meat and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. If you have more time, leave the meat in the refrigerator overnight.
TIP: To achieve a flavorful marinade, blanch the basil and steep it in ice water. Then, squeeze out the excess water and add it to the marinade.
Pork marinade
- 2 servings
- Preparation time: 5 minutes
- Difficulty level: 1
- Spiciness level: 1
Ingredients :
- 3 tablespoons light soy sauce
- 2 tsp ginger, garlic, chili pastes
- 1 spoon balsamic vinegar
- 4 tablespoons of rapeseed oil
- 1 tablespoon of sweet paprika
- 1 teaspoon of honey
- 1 teaspoon of thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Preparation method:
- Place all marinade ingredients in a container and blend thoroughly.
- Rub the prepared marinade over the meat and refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours. Ideally, marinate the meat overnight.
TIP: Before marinating, wrap the pork neck in plastic wrap and place in the freezer for 4 hours. Then, unwrap it, cut it into approximately 1 cm slices, and brush with the marinade. It's best to marinate the meat in the marinade for 24 hours in the refrigerator.
Spicy marinade for chicken wings
- 2 servings
- Preparation time: 10 min
- Difficulty level: 1
- Spiciness level: 2
Ingredients:
- 3-4 tablespoons of oil
- 4 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tsp chipotle peppers
- 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
- 2 tsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tsp garlic paste
- 2 tablespoons of chili pepper powder
- 1 teaspoon of honey
Preparation method:
- Place all marinade ingredients in a container and blend thoroughly.
- Brush the prepared marinade over the meat and refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours. Ideally, leave the meat in the refrigerator overnight.
Marinade for grilled fruit and vegetables
- 2 servings
- Preparation time: 5 minutes
- Difficulty level: 1
- Spiciness level: 1
Ingredients :
- 3 tablespoons light soy sauce
- 2 tsp ginger garlic chili pastes
- 1 teaspoon chili paste
- 4 tablespoons of rapeseed oil
- 2 spoons of honey
- 1 teaspoon of oregano
- 1 tablespoon of coriander
Preparation method:
- Place all marinade ingredients in a bowl and mix thoroughly.
- Spread the prepared marinade over the meat and leave in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
Citrus-spicy marinade for seafood
- 4 servings
- Preparation time: 10 min
- Difficulty level: 1
- Spiciness level: 1
Ingredients:
- 100 gr coconut milk 12-14%
- 1 spoon Thai holy basil sauce
- 1 spoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons yuzu paste
- 1 teaspoon chili paste
- 1 teaspoon of honey
- 1 clove of garlic
- 1 small chili pepper, seedless
- 1 lime (peel)
Preparation method:
- Place all marinade ingredients in a container and blend thoroughly.
- Rub the prepared marinade over the meat and leave in the refrigerator for at least 3-4 hours, preferably overnight.
Marinade for fish such as salmon, cod, and bream
- 4 servings
- Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Difficulty level: 1
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons miso paste
- 2 tsp yuzu paste
- 1 spoon fish sauce
- ½ teaspoon coconut sugar
- ½ teaspoon ginger garlic chili pastes
- 1 tablespoon of coriander paste
- 100 ml of water
- 1 lime (peel)
Preparation method:
- Place all the marinade ingredients in a saucepan. Stir thoroughly over low heat until the ingredients have dissolved.
- Brush the prepared marinade over the fish and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes. Ideally, leave the fish in the marinade for about 1 hour.
Tip: It is best to grill fish on baking paper, and the grilling time depends on the size of the fillet.
Marinade for grilled tofu or halloumi cheese
- 2 servings
- Preparation time: 5 minutes
- Difficulty level: 1
- Spiciness level: 1
Ingredients:
- 4 tablespoons Gaea olive oil
- 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 1 teaspoon of oregano
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
Preparation method:
- Place all marinade ingredients in a bowl and mix thoroughly.
- Brush the cheese with the prepared marinade and leave in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
TIP: To ensure the cheese grills properly, heat the grate well and remove any excess marinade.
Barbecue marinade for grilled ribs
- 2 servings
- Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Difficulty level: 1
- Spiciness level: 2
Ingredients :
- 1 teaspoon five-spice spices
- 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon ginger paste
- 1 spoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 4 tablespoons of oil
- 4 tablespoons of tomato paste
- 3 spoons of honey
A method of preparing:
- Place all marinade ingredients in a container and blend thoroughly.
- Rub the prepared marinade over the meat and refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours. Ideally, leave the meat in the marinade overnight.
TIP: If you want the ribs to be juicy and tender, first boil them in salted water until the meat is tender, then marinate them and grill them in aluminum foil.
Mustard marinade with tarragon and herbs
- 2 servings
- Preparation time: 5 minutes
- Difficulty level: 1
- Spiciness level: 1
Ingredients :
- 3 tablespoons mustard with tarragon Maille
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon chili paste
- 1 teaspoon of thyme
- 1 teaspoon rosemary
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika powder
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 4 tablespoons of oil
- 1 lime (peel)
Preparation method:
- Place all marinade ingredients in a bowl and mix thoroughly with a spoon.
- Rub the prepared marinade over the meat and refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours. If possible, leave the meat in the marinade overnight.