Lemon Sesame Marinade for Pork
Elevate your pork dishes with this vibrant Lemon Sesame Marinade, a quick and flavor-packed recipe that’s ready in just five minutes! Freshly squeezed lemon juice adds a zesty brightness, while toasted sesame oil and soy sauce provide a rich, nutty umami base. Sweet honey balances the tang, and a touch of ground ginger and minced garlic bring warm, aromatic depth. Crunchy toasted sesame seeds and optional red chili flakes create a perfect finish for this versatile marinade. Ideal for pork chops, tenderloin, or ribs, this marinade tenderizes the meat and infuses it with bold flavors, whether you choose to grill, roast, or pan-fry. With its simple preparation and unforgettable taste, this is the ultimate go-to recipe for creating savory, citrusy pork perfection!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (toasted)
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Red chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, soy sauce, sesame oil, and honey until well combined.
Add the minced garlic, ground ginger, sesame seeds, black pepper, and red chili flakes (if using) to the bowl. Whisk again to evenly incorporate all the ingredients.
Taste the marinade and adjust with additional honey for sweetness or more lemon juice for extra tang, if desired.
Place your pork (such as chops, tenderloin, or ribs) in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish.
Pour the marinade over the pork, ensuring that all pieces are coated evenly. Seal the bag or cover the dish tightly.
Refrigerate the pork in the marinade for at least 2 hours, or up to 24 hours for maximum flavor infusion.
Once marinated, cook the pork as desired—grill, pan-fry, or roast until fully cooked and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
298 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.0 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.9 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1158 mg | 50% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.1 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.8 g | ||
| Protein | 5.8 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 83 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 236 mg | 5% | |
*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.
