Grapefruit and Honey Marinade for Pork or Chicken
Elevate your next pork or chicken dinner with this zesty and aromatic Grapefruit and Honey Marinade! Bursting with the tangy sweetness of fresh grapefruit juice, luscious honey, and the savory depth of soy sauce, this marinade strikes the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and citrusy flavors. Fresh rosemary and minced garlic enhance the complexity, while a hint of crushed red pepper adds optional heat for a bold kick. Quick to prepare in just 10 minutes, this versatile marinade ensures tender, juicy meat after soaking for as little as two hours or up to a full day. Ideal for grilling, baking, or pan-searing, it’s a simple yet sophisticated way to infuse pork chops, chicken breasts, or thighs with restaurant-quality flavor. Perfect for weeknight meals or weekend barbecues, this recipe is a must-try for fans of creative citrus marinades!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Fresh grapefruit juice
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 3 units Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Fresh rosemary, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the fresh grapefruit juice and honey until the honey is fully dissolved.
Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while continuing to whisk to create an emulsion.
Add the soy sauce, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, ground black pepper, salt, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Whisk until all ingredients are well combined.
Place your pork or chicken in a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the meat, ensuring it is fully coated.
Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to 24 hours for a more intense flavor.
Before cooking, remove the meat from the marinade and let it sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes. Discard the marinade.
Cook the pork or chicken using your preferred method: grilling, baking, or pan-searing, until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches safe levels (165°F for chicken or 145°F for pork).
Serve and enjoy the flavorful dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
511 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.5 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2339 mg | 102% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.8 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 56.5 g | ||
| Protein | 5.1 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 55 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 585 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
