Uncle Bill’s Soy-Ginger Marinade
Description: This recipe, developed over 25 years ago, not only tenderizes the meat but infuses it with a delightful taste, featuring a very light touch of sweetness. It’s a must-try for any meat enthusiast!
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Yield: 1 1/2 cups
Calories: 103.4 per serving
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 1/2 cup | Soy sauce |
| 1/4 cup | Brown sugar |
| 6 cloves | Garlic cloves |
| 1 tsp | Dry mustard |
| 1 dash | Tabasco sauce |
| 1/2 cup | Beer |
Instructions:
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Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic cloves, dry mustard, and a dash of Tabasco sauce. Stir well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
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Add Beer: Pour in the beer and stir gently to incorporate it into the marinade mixture. Be cautious not to stir too vigorously to avoid excessive foaming.
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Prepare Steaks: Using a sharp knife, score any fatty outside areas on the steaks. This step helps prevent the steaks from curling during cooking, ensuring even cooking.
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Marinate Steaks: Place the scored steaks in a casserole dish. Pour the marinade over the steaks, ensuring they are evenly coated. To help the marinade penetrate the meat, use a fork to punch holes in both sides of the steaks.
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Cover and Refrigerate: Cover the casserole dish with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before cooking. For more intense flavor, you can marinate the steaks for a longer period.
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Cooking Options: This versatile marinade is perfect for a variety of cooking methods. You can barbecue or fry the steaks to your desired doneness.
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Wine Substitute: For a different flavor profile, you can substitute dry red wine for the beer in the marinade mixture.
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Steak Thickness: Ideally, the steaks should be about 1 inch in thickness to ensure optimal marination and cooking.
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Variations: While rib-eye steaks can be marinated with this recipe, Uncle Bill suggests that they are best enjoyed with a simple seasoning of pepper and granulated garlic powder. However, if you’re using Chuck Steaks, he recommends marinating them for at least 24 hours or longer for maximum flavor infusion.
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For Roasts: This marinade isn’t just for steaks! It’s also excellent for marinating roast beef of your choice, providing a tender and flavorful result.
Uncle Bill’s Soy-Ginger Marinade is a tried and true recipe that promises to elevate your meat dishes to new heights. Whether you’re grilling up steaks for a weekend barbecue or preparing a savory roast for a special occasion, this marinade is sure to impress with its delicious flavor profile and tenderizing properties. Give it a try and experience the difference for yourself! 🍖🥩
