Savory Fajita and Kabob Marinade
Elevate your grilling game with this Savory Fajita and Kabob Marinade. Perfectly balancing the robust flavors of soy sauce, the tanginess of red wine vinegar, and the sweetness of brown sugar and ketchup, this marinade is designed to infuse your meats with a deliciously rich taste. Ideal for marinating your favorite proteins such as chicken, beef, or vegetables, it creates a mouthwatering experience that will have your guests asking for seconds. Let the marinade work its magic for a few hours, or up to 24 hours for maximum flavor absorption, and enjoy the incredible results!
1
Servings
N/A
Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
Soy sauce
1 cup (None)
Red wine vinegar
1/2 cup (None)
Ketchup
1 cup (None)
Brown sugar
1/2 cup (Packed)
Garlic powder
1 teaspoon (None)
Olive oil
4 tablespoons (None)
Instructions
1
In a large bowl, combine the soy sauce, red wine vinegar, ketchup, brown sugar, garlic powder, and olive oil.
2
Whisk the ingredients together until the brown sugar is fully dissolved and the marinade is well mixed.
3
Place your choice of meat or vegetables in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over the top, ensuring everything is well-coated.
4
Seal the bag or cover the dish, then refrigerate. For best results, allow the meat to marinate for at least 4 hours, or up to 24 hours for deeper flavor absorption.
5
After marinating, remove the meat or vegetables and discard any leftover marinade.
6
Grill or cook as desired, and enjoy the deliciously savory taste!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Savory Fajita and Kabob Marinade?
It is a robust marinade featuring soy sauce, red wine vinegar, brown sugar, and ketchup, designed to infuse meats and vegetables with a rich, savory taste.
What ingredients are needed for this marinade?
The ingredients include soy sauce, red wine vinegar, ketchup, brown sugar, garlic powder, and olive oil.
How much soy sauce is required?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of soy sauce.
What type of vinegar is used in the recipe?
This recipe uses 1/2 cup of red wine vinegar.
How much ketchup is used?
You will need 1 cup of ketchup.
Is there a sweetener in the marinade?
Yes, the recipe uses 1/2 cup of packed brown sugar.
Should the brown sugar be packed?
Yes, the 1/2 cup of brown sugar should be packed when measuring.
How much garlic powder is used?
The recipe requires 1 teaspoon of garlic powder.
What kind of oil does the recipe call for?
This marinade uses 4 tablespoons of olive oil.
How do I prepare the marinade?
Combine the soy sauce, vinegar, ketchup, sugar, garlic powder, and olive oil in a large bowl and whisk until the sugar is dissolved.
How do I know when the marinade is well mixed?
The marinade is ready when the brown sugar is fully dissolved and all ingredients are well combined.
What proteins can I use with this marinade?
It is ideal for marinating proteins such as chicken and beef.
Can I use this marinade for vegetables?
Yes, this marinade is designed to work well with vegetables as well as meats.
How should I coat the meat or vegetables?
Place them in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over the top, ensuring everything is well-coated.
Should the items be refrigerated while marinating?
Yes, you should seal the bag or cover the dish and keep it in the refrigerator.
What is the minimum recommended marinating time?
For best results, allow the meat to marinate for at least 4 hours.
What is the maximum marinating time?
You can marinate for up to 24 hours for deeper flavor absorption.
Can I reuse the leftover marinade?
No, you should discard any leftover marinade after removing the meat or vegetables.
How should I cook the marinated items?
You can grill or cook the marinated meat and vegetables as desired.
Is this recipe low cholesterol?
Yes, the recipe is categorized and tagged as a low cholesterol option.
Is this marinade good for grilling?
Yes, it is specifically designed to elevate your grilling game.
Can I use this recipe for kabobs?
Yes, the marinade is specifically named and tagged for use with kabobs.
Is this marinade suitable for fajitas?
Yes, it is perfectly suited for making flavorful fajitas.
What is the flavor profile of this marinade?
The profile is savory, sweet, and tangy.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 6 total ingredients in this recipe.
Is this an easy recipe to make?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe.
What kind of container is best for marinating?
A resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish is recommended.
Does the recipe require any special preparation for ingredients?
Most ingredients require no preparation other than packing the brown sugar.
Is this marinade good for barbecuing?
Yes, it is tagged as a barbecue marinade.
What equipment is needed to mix the marinade?
You only need a large bowl and a whisk.