Marinade Season -Make The Best One For Your BBQ

Now that we're into the grilling season , it's time for good marinade recipes. Marinades are fun and easy to make . You can customize them to your tastes and make them four alarm spicy or tangy sweet.Marinades are one of the easiest barbecue recipes to make. They just require a dash of this and a pinch of that.


Any marinade starts off with liquid. This could be olive oil , juice, wine, honey or even vinegar.Then you can add what you want to it. For a zesty marinade, try any citrus juice including freshly squeezed grapefruit (or a cup of the store bought unsweetened). and some pepper flakes. For a more traditional one you can add some oil,vinegar, freshly picked and crushed rosemary . and oregano If you're looking for a traditional Southwest one, think about adding agave juice and some jalapenos with a touch of sugar to balance out the heat. Adding any fresh herbs or spices can turn a blah marinade into something wonderful. Experiment with different ones to give you the flavor that you most like

Sometimes it's the meat that demands a certain kind of marinade. Just plain lemon juice and oregano work on lamb while pork ribs call for something sweeter. Chicken and steak can be versatile. You can marinade them both with a traditional bath or try variations to make their flavor pop. Fish calls for a light marinade such as a lemon based one, possibly infused with thyme or dill. Anything too oily and it will create havoc with the meat's natural oiliness.

It's time to start creating amazing marinades. You can use time honored recipes or whip up your own creations. Either way they'll add zest and character to any barbecue.