Hearty Marinade

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Servings: 1 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A robust red wine marinade infused with aromatic herbs and spices for tenderizing meat
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This hearty marinade is a powerhouse of flavor, designed to deeply penetrate and tenderize meats like beef, lamb, or pork. The base of fruity olive oil and hearty red wine is elevated by the earthy warmth of juniper berries, bay leaves, and peppercorns. Aromatics like carrots, onions, shallots, and garlic are gently sautéed to release their natural sweetness, creating a rich foundation. The acidity from red wine vinegar helps break down fibers, ensuring your main protein becomes incredibly succulent. Perfect for weekend roasts or slow-cooked braises, this versatile mixture brings a rustic, Mediterranean-inspired depth to everyday cooking. Simply mix, marinate overnight, and discard the solids before cooking for a truly professional result.

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Hearty Marinade

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1 Calories: 3917.2

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This hearty marinade is a powerhouse of flavor, designed to deeply penetrate and tenderize meats like beef, lamb, or pork. The base of fruity olive oil and hearty red wine is elevated by the earthy warmth of juniper berries, bay leaves, and peppercorns. Aromatics like carrots, onions, shallots, and garlic are gently saut&# 195;©ed to release their natural sweetness, creating a rich foundation. The acidity from red wine vinegar helps break down fibers, ensuring your main protein becomes incredibly succulent. Perfect for weekend roasts or slow-cooked braises, this versatile mixture brings a rustic, Mediterranean-inspired depth to everyday cooking. Simply mix, marinate overnight, and discard the solids before cooking for a truly professional result.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Roughly chop the carrots, yellow onion, shallots, and garlic.
  2. Heat the fruity olive oil in a non-aluminum saucepan over medium heat.
  3. Add the chopped vegetables and sauté until lightly browned and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
  4. Pour in the hearty red wine and red wine vinegar, stirring to deglaze the pan.
  5. Add the bay leaves, parsley stalks, juniper berries, sea salt, and peppercorns.
  6. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes to meld flavors.
  7. Remove from heat and allow the marinade to cool completely to room temperature.
  8. Place your chosen meat in a non-reactive container or resealable bag.
  9. Pour the cooled marinade over the meat, ensuring it is fully submerged.
  10. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight, turning the meat occasionally.
  11. Discard the marinade and solids before cooking the meat.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 3917.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 39.1g61%
Saturated Fat 6.4g32%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 9973.9mg416%
Total Carbohydrate 923.0g308%
Dietary Fiber 176.0g704%
Sugars 463.3g
Protein 84.7g170%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: marinade, red wine, juniper berries, bay leaves, garlic, onion, carrots, shallots, parsley, peppercorns, vinegar, tenderizer, beef, lamb, pork, herbs, spices, savory, roast, braise
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