Name: Indian Marinade
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon lemon juice or balsamic, red, or white wine vinegar; 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro leaves or mint; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 1/4 cup plain yogurt; 1 teaspoon curry powder; 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 a zipper-lock bag or in a 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 the marinade.