Maple Mustard Marinade
Elevate your cooking game with this quick and flavorful Maple Mustard Marinade, a perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and savory goodness. Made with golden maple syrup, zesty Dijon mustard, and a splash of apple cider vinegar, this 10-minute marinade enhances everything from chicken and pork to roasted vegetables. Fresh garlic, thyme, and a touch of olive oil add depth, while optional red pepper flakes bring a hint of heat for those who crave a bit of spice. With its balanced flavors and effortless preparation, this versatile marinade is guaranteed to become your go-to recipe for infusing dishes with bold, unforgettable taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.25 cups Maple syrup
- 0.25 cups Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 2 units Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.25 teaspoons Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and olive oil.
Whisk the ingredients together until smooth and emulsified.
Stir in the apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, thyme leaves, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
Mix the marinade thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
Use the marinade immediately or transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days.
To use, pour the marinade over your desired protein or vegetables in a resealable bag or shallow dish. Ensure the food is evenly coated.
Marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature or up to 24 hours in the refrigerator for deeper flavor development.
Discard any leftover marinade that has come into contact with raw meat or poultry.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
590 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.0 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2568 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.9 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.1 g | ||
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 18 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 56 mg | 1% | |
*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.
