Everything You Need to Know About Marinating Foods
Marinating Chicken
What is Marinading?
Marinating is a culinary technique in which food, usually meat, poultry, fish, or vegetables, is soaked in a liquid mixture before cooking. Marinating aims to enhance the flavor, tenderize, and sometimes preserve the food. The liquid mixture used for marinating, known as the marinade, typically contains a combination of acidic ingredients (such as vinegar or citrus juice), oils, herbs, spices, and seasonings.
The acidic components in the marinade help break down the proteins in the meat, making it more tender. Additionally, the flavors from herbs and spices infuse into the food during the marinating process, contributing to a more flavorful end result. Marinating times can vary depending on the type of food and the recipe, ranging fr...