I’m always leery when someones says “This is the best in the world!”.  We all have different tastes, so of course what you like might not be what I like. This perfect marinade for the grill is the exception. It is really great, and it can be modified to suit your tastes. Like a bit of heat? Add more cayenne.  Like more savory? Add more spices and herbs. Like sweet? Add a tablespoon of honey.

This is a very versatile marinade that is perfect on all meats. It’s called the perfect marinade for the grill for a reason. My first time using it I had it on a thin T-bone steak that I quickly grilled to 145 F and then let rest for 10 minutes. It was perfectly tender and flavorful!

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The Perfect Marinade for the Grill

This makes enough marinade for a large steak or 2 butterflied chicken breasts.

Course Marinade

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 4 hours

Total Time 4 hours 5 minutes

Servings 2

Calories 153kcal

Author Based on a recipe from Plain Chicken

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons Tamari sauce or 1/3 cup soy sauce
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1/3 cup lemon juice
• 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
• 1 1/2 tablespoons garlic powder
• 3 tablespoons dried basil
• 1 1/2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes
• 1 teaspoons ground white pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried minced garlic

Instructions

• Combine all ingredients. Adjust the seasonings to taste.
• Place meat in a resealable baggie or container. Add marinade.
• Marinade for at least 4 hours, turning the meat every hour.
• Shake off excess marinade before grilling.

Nutrition

Calories: 153kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 2889mg | Potassium: 698mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 288IU | Vitamin C: 23mg | Calcium: 224mg | Iron: 9mg

Nutritional values are approximate.