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The Right Marinades for Every Meat

Published January 2, 2026, 07:16
The Right Marinades for Every Meat

The success of a grilled meat lies in the right marinade, which can season, tenderize, and enhance its flavor. For each type of meat, there are specific ingredients that work best, creating rich flavors and aromas. The article presents three basic marinade recipes for turkey, pork, and lamb/goat, using easily available ingredients. For turkey, a marinade is suggested with olive oil, butter, onion, garlic, salt, brown sugar, white wine, lemon, parsley, thyme, and allspice. For pork, the marinade includes olive oil, butter, onion, garlic, green pepper, oregano, paprika, honey, red wine, and orange. Finally, for lamb or goat, the marinade consists of olive oil, yogurt, garlic, mint, coriander, mustard, vinegar, and spices. The base of every marinade is a fatty substance, an aromatic herb, something acidic, salt, and pepper. The marinade should be left to act for several hours, ideally overnight, so that the meat absorbs the flavors and becomes more tender. The choice of ingredients and proportions can be adjusted according to individual preferences.