Tropical Pineapple Steak Marinade
Elevate your grilling game with this delicious Tropical Pineapple Steak Marinade. Combining the sweetness of pineapple juice with savory soy sauce, zesty dry white wine, and tangy red wine vinegar, this marinade infuses your meat with a burst of flavor. Perfect for backyard barbecues or a cozy night in, this recipe allows the meat to soak in the tropical notes for up to 24 hours, ensuring every bite is a succulent experience. Ideal for beef, pork, or even chicken, this marinade is a fantastic way to add a tropical twist to your favorite cuts of meat.
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Servings
150
Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
Pineapple Juice
3.5 cups (Fresh or canned, undiluted)
Soy Sauce
1 cup (Low sodium recommended for less saltiness)
Dry White Wine
1 cup (Choose a variety you enjoy drinking)
Red Wine Vinegar
1/2 cup (Regular or organic)
Sugar
3/4 cup (Granulated, adjust for sweetness as needed)
Garlic
2 teaspoons (Minced fine)
Instructions
1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the pineapple juice, soy sauce, dry white wine, red wine vinegar, sugar, and minced garlic.
2
Whisk the ingredients together until the sugar is fully dissolved and the mixture is well blended.
3
Place your choice of meat in a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish and pour the marinade over the top, ensuring that the meat is fully coated.
4
Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for up to 24 hours for maximum flavor infusion.
5
When you're ready to cook, preheat your grill or skillet to medium-high heat.
6
Remove the meat from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip off. Discard the marinade.
7
For grilling, place the meat directly on the grill and cook until your desired doneness is reached. For skillet cooking, add a little bit of butter to the pan before placing the meat and cook until browned and cooked through.
Nutrition Information
0g
Fat
35g
Carbs
0g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tropical Pineapple Steak Marinade?
It is a flavorful blend of pineapple juice, soy sauce, white wine, and vinegar designed to tenderize and season meat for grilling or skillet cooking.
What types of meat are best for this marinade?
This marinade is ideal for beef, pork, and chicken.
How long should I marinate the meat?
For maximum flavor infusion, you can marinate the meat for up to 24 hours in the refrigerator.
Can I use canned pineapple juice?
Yes, you can use either fresh or canned undiluted pineapple juice.
What kind of soy sauce is recommended?
Low sodium soy sauce is recommended to prevent the marinade from being too salty.
What type of wine should be used?
Use a dry white wine variety that you enjoy drinking.
Can I use organic red wine vinegar?
Yes, both regular and organic red wine vinegar work well in this recipe.
How much garlic is needed?
The recipe calls for 2 teaspoons of finely minced garlic.
Should the sugar be dissolved before adding meat?
Yes, whisk the ingredients together until the sugar is fully dissolved and the mixture is well blended.
What is the best way to store the meat while it marinates?
Place the meat in a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish, ensuring it is fully coated.
Do I need to refrigerate the meat while marinating?
Yes, the meat should be kept sealed and refrigerated throughout the marinating process.
Can I reuse the leftover marinade?
No, you should discard the excess marinade after removing the meat to avoid cross-contamination.
What heat setting should I use for grilling?
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat before cooking the meat.
Can I cook the marinated meat in a skillet?
Yes, you can cook it in a skillet over medium-high heat, ideally adding a bit of butter to the pan.
How many calories are in this marinade?
There are approximately 150 calories per serving.
Is there any fat in this recipe?
No, the marinade contains 0g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in the marinade?
The marinade contains 35g of carbohydrates.
Is there protein in the marinade?
The marinade itself contains 0g of protein.
Can I adjust the sweetness of the marinade?
Yes, you can adjust the 3/4 cup of granulated sugar as needed to suit your taste.
How many ingredients are required for this recipe?
There are 6 main ingredients: pineapple juice, soy sauce, dry white wine, red wine vinegar, sugar, and garlic.
Is this recipe suitable for a backyard barbecue?
Absolutely, it is designed to elevate your grilling game for barbecues or cozy nights in.
How should I prep the garlic?
The garlic should be minced very fine to ensure even flavor distribution.
Does the marinade need to be cooked before use?
No, the ingredients are whisked together cold and poured directly over the raw meat.
How much pineapple juice is used?
The recipe requires 3.5 cups of pineapple juice.
Can I use this for a quick marinade?
While it can be used quickly, marinating for longer periods (up to 24 hours) provides a more succulent experience.
Is the marinade spicy?
No, this is a sweet and savory tropical marinade, not a spicy one.
What if I don't have red wine vinegar?
While red wine vinegar is specified for its tang, you could experiment with other vinegars, though the flavor profile will change.
How do I ensure the meat is fully flavored?
Ensure the meat is fully coated in the marinade and turned occasionally if in a shallow dish.
Should I let the marinade drip off before cooking?
Yes, allow any excess marinade to drip off the meat before placing it on the grill or in the skillet.
What is the serving size for this marinade?
The specific serving size is not listed, but the recipe makes enough to coat several cuts of meat for a family meal.