Marinating Recipes

Tenderize, season and prepare your meat with marinating recipes in a ton of different styles.

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    Grilled Honey-Mustard Pork Chops

    For Linda Shupe of Berthoud, Colorado, “This recipe is a nice change from the usual barbecue sauce and makes tender,...


    Marinated Pork Loin

    This marinated pork loin is bursting with flavor in two ways: There's a marinade with umami-rich soy sauce, scented with...


    Mango Barbecued Jerk Chicken Thighs

    “I like my food bursting with flavor, so I love to experiment with all different ethnic recipes. Sweet, tangy barbecue...


    Flavorful Salmon Fillets

    Compliments are a sure thing when I fix these fabulous salmon fillets. A tasty marinade pumps up the flavor and...


    Cashew Chicken for Four

    Says Linda Avila of Toone, Tennessee: “Whenever my friends and I get together for a potluck, they always ask me...


    Stir-Fried Walnut Chicken

    I prepare this simple stir-fry often because I love tasting the results. The meal-in-one recipe is perfect for busy weeknights....


    Colorful Beef Stir-Fry

    I really like this beef stir-fry recipe. Who couldn't love the easy sesame-ginger marinade and the vibrant mix of vegetables?...


    Tuna Steak Salad

    If your idea of tuna salad is laden with mayo, kick the can and make tuna steaks instead. They're quick...

    Marinated Asparagus Salad

    A no-fuss side dish is great when entertaining. The asparagus is cooked and chilled in advance, then stands at room...


    Chicken and Asparagus Kabobs

    These Asian-flavored kabobs, served with a tasty dipping sauce, are special enough to make for guests at your next backyard...


    Pork Roast with Mango Salsa

    "When my son and his wife were married in our backyard, I served this special roast at the rehearsal dinner,"...


    Apple Country Ribs

    For a melt-in-your-mouth delicious main course at your next event, try these super-tender boneless ribs from our Test Kitchen. They’re...


    Marinated Carrots

    —Shannon Emmanuel, Charlotte, North Carolina


    Herbed Barbecued Chicken

    Garlic, rosemary, sage and thyme help season the marinade for this moist, tender chicken. A friend gave me the recipe...


    Asian Steak Wraps

    The zesty marinade with a splash of fresh lime juice makes these slightly sesame-flavored wraps a treat. To speed prep...


    Ginger Pepper Steak Stir Fry

    Seasoned with just the right amount of ginger, this colorful and classic stir-fry is a quick favorite of Tracy Youngman...


    Marinade for Salmon

    This easy marinade for salmon adds a ton of flavor, whether grilled, pan-seared, broiled, baked or popped in an air...

    Marinated Beef Gyros

    “I came across this Greek-style recipe many years ago. When I changed a couple of ingredients, I knew I had...


    Sweet and Sour Chicken

    Our sweet and sour chicken recipe includes a homemade sauce made with pineapple, soy sauce and a hint of ketchup...


    Asian Pork Kabobs

    Sweet and tangy, these kabobs have a delicious kick, thanks to the hot pepper sauce. My recipe can be adapted...


    Spice-Brined Pork Roast

    This brined and barbecued pork roast is unbelievable moist. Adding seasonings to the coals produces an awesome aroma that draws...


    Lime Herb Chicken

    “This is a tangy recipe for chicken,” writes Jennifer Partin of Repton, Alabama. “The lime juice is key.”


    Grilled Lemon-Basil Chicken

    Garden-fresh basil is put to good use in this super summer recipe. The chicken turns out moist and tender every...

    Grilled Bacon-Onion Appetizers

    ”I’m the father of three girls who loves cooking for the family in my spare time,” says Dayton Hulst from...


    Marinated Shrimp and Olives

    This is my favorite appetizer to serve party guests. The flavors in this colorful dish blend beautifully, and the shrimp...


    Jamaican Shrimp

    Zesty jerk seasoning is a nice complement to sweet mango in this crowd-pleasing appetizer. Although this delicious dish takes time...


    Tilapia with Grapefruit Salsa

    Not only is tilapia a tender and attractive fish, but it’s a snap to find these fillets in single serving...


    Grilled Teriyaki Salmon

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    The super fast marinade for this grilled teriyaki salmon recipe combines maple syrup and teriyaki sauce, which also creates a...


    Honey-Mint Lamb Skewers

    My hearty lamb bites are delicious and convenient. Assemble them the day before, then pop them under the broiler when...