How to Prepare Marinades for 5 Types of Meat

Santiago Ortiz

If you are someone who enjoys grilling meat, it is important to properly marinate the meat. A good marinade adds a lot of flavor and makes the meat juicier and more tender, preventing it from drying out from the heat of the charcoal. Making marinades is very simple; you need three components: acid (lemon, vinegar, beer, etc.), which tenderizes the meat; oil (olive oil, butter, etc.), which protects the meat from the coals, preventing it from drying out; and spices or herbs (pepper, oregano, etc.), which add a delicious flavor to the preparation. Here we show you the correct way to prepare different marinades depending on the protein or flavors you are looking for. Marinades are very easy to make; everything goes in a bag, you mix it up, and let it rest for at least two hours.

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Grilled Chicken Marinade

The beer and lemon juice in the grilled chicken marinade make the meat very tender and juicy. The spices used, including pepper and Italian herbs, give the chicken a very Mediterranean flavor that pairs well with the flavor that charcoal adds to the preparation. Check out the full video by clicking on the main image!
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Marinade for Arrachera

Arrachera is a cut of meat that, due to its thickness and fat content, is perfect for grilling. The red wine and Worcestershire sauce add depth and tenderness to the arrachera marinade. The spices provide a strong flavor that contrasts perfectly with the sweetness and acidity of the wine. Check out the full video by clicking on the main image!
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Steak Marinade

A very characteristic cut of meat in Mexico. Since it is a very thin cut, if the meat is not marinated properly, it tends to become tough. For this, the steak marinade includes ingredients such as vinegar, lemon juice, and soy sauce, which help prevent the meat from drying out and becoming tough. The spices in this marinade are very characteristic of our country, such as cumin, cilantro, paprika, chili powder, and oregano. Check out the full video by clicking on the main image!
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Marinated Chicken Breasts

Another cut of chicken that is perfect for grilling. The oil in the marinated chicken breasts recipe helps prevent the preparation from drying out. Oregano, paprika, parsley, lemon, and salt provide a very Mediterranean flavor to the breasts.
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Marinade for Thick Cuts of Meat (American or Argentine Style)

Another way to marinate meat (especially if they are thick and high-quality cuts) is simply to add salt (preferably fleur de sel), butter or oil, and a good mix of peppers. It is important that when seasoning the meat, it is at room temperature, at least 30 minutes before cooking.
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