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!