This Orange-Soy Marinade is a versatile powerhouse for elevating simple cuts of chicken or veal. The combination of soy sauce and honey provides a rich, savory base, while fresh orange and lemon juices add a necessary brightness that cuts through the richness of the meat. Minced shallots and fresh ginger bring aromatic depth, and a hint of ground cloves adds warmth without overpowering. Perfect for grilling, broiling, or pan-searing, this marinade penetrates the meat to ensure every bite is flavorful. It works beautifully for weeknight dinners or special occasion meals. Simply whisk together the ingredients, coat your protein, and let it marinate for at least thirty minutes to allow the flavors to meld. The resulting glaze caramelizes beautifully under high heat, creating a delicious crust.
Orange-Soy Marinade For Chicken Or Veal
Description
This Orange-Soy Marinade is a versatile powerhouse for elevating simple cuts of chicken or veal. The combination of soy sauce and honey provides a rich, savory base, while fresh orange and lemon juices add a necessary brightness that cuts through the richness of the meat. Minced shallots and fresh ginger bring aromatic depth, and a hint of ground cloves adds warmth without overpowering. Perfect for grilling, broiling, or pan-searing, this marinade penetrates the meat to ensure every bite is flavorful. It works beautifully for weeknight dinners or special occasion meals. Simply whisk together the ingredients, coat your protein, and let it marinate for at least thirty minutes to allow the flavors to meld. The resulting glaze caramelizes beautifully under high heat, creating a delicious crust.Ingredients
Directions
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In a small bowl or jar, combine the soy sauce, orange juice, lemon juice, oil, and honey.
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Whisk vigorously until the honey is fully dissolved and the mixture is emulsified.
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Stir in the minced shallot, grated ginger, ground cloves, black pepper, and grated orange zest.
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Place chicken breasts or veal cutlets in a shallow dish or resealable plastic bag.
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Pour the marinade over the meat, ensuring all pieces are evenly coated.
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Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, turning the meat occasionally to ensure even flavor distribution.
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Remove meat from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before cooking.
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Grill, broil, or pan-sear the meat according to your preferred method until cooked through.
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Optionally, reserve some uncooked marinade before adding meat to use as a sauce; bring reserved marinade to a boil in a small saucepan before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 62.3kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 3.9g6%
- Saturated Fat 0.6g3%
- Cholesterol 0.2mg1%
- Sodium 846.0mg36%
- Total Carbohydrate 6.2g3%
- Dietary Fiber 0.2g1%
- Sugars 4.7g
- Protein 1.4g3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
