Spicy barbecue marinade
Elevate your grilling game with this Spicy Barbecue Marinade! A tantalizing blend of soy sauce, vinegar, peanut oil, honey, fiery red hot chili peppers, and aromatic garlic cloves comes together to create a bold and flavorful marinade perfect for meats and veggies. Spice up your barbecue today!
- 19 Apr 2025
- Cook time 0 min
- Prep time 15 min
- 6 Servings
- 6 Ingredients
Are you looking to add a burst of flavor to your favorite grilled dishes? This spicy barbecue marinade is the perfect way to elevate your meals with a balance of heat, tang, and sweetness. Combining soy sauce, vinegar, and honey with the kick of red hot chili peppers and the aromatic touch of garlic, this marinade is ideal for meats, vegetables, and even tofu. Let's dive into how you can prepare this versatile and delicious marinade.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Finely chop the red hot chili peppers. Be cautious and consider wearing gloves to avoid getting the chili on your skin.
- Mince the garlic cloves.
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, pour in 1/2 cup of soy sauce.
- Add 1/3 cup of vinegar.
- Stir in 1 tablespoon of peanut oil.
- Add 1 tablespoon of honey. Make sure to mix well so the honey dissolves evenly.
- Add the finely chopped chili peppers to the bowl.
- Stir in the minced garlic. Ensure that all the ingredients are well incorporated.
- Use a whisk or fork to thoroughly blend the mixture until it’s uniform in color and texture.
- Choose your preferred protein (chicken, beef, pork, tofu, etc.).
- Place the protein in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish.
- Pour the spicy barbecue marinade over the protein, ensuring all pieces are evenly coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish.
- Allow the protein to marinate for at least 2 hours in the refrigerator for best results. For a more intense flavor, marinate overnight.
- Once marinated, remove the protein from the marinade (consider discarding the used marinade to avoid contamination unless boiling it thoroughly to use as a sauce).
- Cook your protein on a barbecue grill, in the oven, or on a stovetop according to your recipe’s instructions, until it reaches the appropriate internal temperature for safe consumption.
- Enjoy your deliciously spicy and tangy barbecue protein! Complement with sides like grilled vegetables, coleslaw, or rice.
Tips:
- For best results, allow your protein or vegetables to marinate for at least 30 minutes, but preferably several hours or overnight.
- Adjust the spice level by varying the amount of chili peppers you use or by substituting with milder chili varieties if desired.
- If you prefer a smoother marinade, finely chop the garlic and chili peppers or use a blender to combine all ingredients.
- This marinade can double as a sauce; just reserve a portion before adding it to raw meat to avoid cross-contamination.
- Store any unused marinade in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
With a few simple ingredients and some quick mixing, you've created a marinade that will take your grilling game to the next level. This spicy barbecue marinade is sure to impress with its dynamic flavors, whether you're hosting a barbecue or just enjoying a weeknight dinner. Allow it to work its magic by marinating your chosen protein or vegetables to infuse them with deliciousness. Happy grilling!
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 50 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 50kcal | 2% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 1.95g | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 3.93g | 1% |
| Fiber 0.39g | 1% |
| Sugar 2.22g | 2% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 2.68g | 3% |
| Saturated 0.43g | 1% |
| Cholesterol 0.00mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 6ug | 1% |
| Choline 5mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 0.02mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 0.05mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 0.61mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 0.11mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B9 6ug | 1% |
| Vitamin B12 0.00ug | 0% |
| Vitamin C 20mg | 21% |
| Vitamin E 0.47mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K 1.99ug | 2% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 11mg | 1% |
| Copper, Cu 0.03mg | 3% |
| Iron, Fe 0.48mg | 4% |
| Magnesium, Mg 18mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus, P 40mg | 3% |
| Potassium, K 140mg | 4% |
| Selenium, Se 0.29ug | 1% |
| Sodium, Na 1100mg | 73% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.23mg | 2% |
| Water | |
| Water 40g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |