Name: Lemon and Fish Sauce Marinade
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari; 2 tablespoons fermented fish sauce such as nuoc mam; 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil; 2 tablespoons rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger; 1 scallion , sliced thin (about 2 tablespoons); 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest or 2 tablespoons minced lemongrass; Ground black pepper

Why This Recipe Works

We wanted to develop marinade recipes to add deep flavor to a variety of grilled foods. To keep the marinades from softening the meat during this long process, we determined that low-acid marinades (with some lemon or vinegar to balance flavors) were optimal. We then created several variations on our basic marinade recipe, along with a guide for the amount and marinating time, determined by the product.

Instructions

Whisk ingredients together in a small bowl. Place meat, poultry, fish, or vegetables in zipper-lock bag or in shallow, nonreactive pan. Pour marinade over contents and seal or cover. Marinate as directed in related How to Guide, turning zipper-lock bag or stirring contents of pan occasionally to evenly distribute marinade.