Orange Honey Soy Marinade
Elevate your dishes with the bold, vibrant flavors of this Orange Honey Soy Marinade, a perfectly balanced blend of sweet, savory, and tangy notes. Freshly squeezed orange juice and bright orange zest form the citrusy backbone, complemented by the umami depth of soy sauce and the natural sweetness of honey. Aromatic additions like minced garlic, grated ginger, and nutty sesame oil add layers of complexity, while a dash of crushed red pepper offers optional heat for spice lovers. This quick 10-minute marinade is ideal for infusing chicken, pork, seafood, or even vegetables with a rich, zesty character. Whether you’re grilling, roasting, or pan-searing, this marinade is your ticket to effortlessly flavorful meals. Perfect for weeknight dinners or impressive weekend gatherings, it’s versatile, easy to make, and irresistibly delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Orange juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.25 cup Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Ginger (grated)
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the orange juice, soy sauce, and honey. Whisk until the honey is fully dissolved.
Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, and orange zest to the mixture. Whisk again to ensure even distribution of the ingredients.
For a bit of heat, stir in the crushed red pepper flakes (optional). Season with freshly ground black pepper.
Taste the marinade and adjust seasoning if needed (e.g., add more honey for additional sweetness or more soy sauce for saltiness).
Use the marinade immediately by pouring it over your choice of protein or vegetables in a shallow dish or sealable bag. Ensure the food is evenly coated.
Allow the food to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes for delicate proteins like seafood or up to 8 hours for poultry or pork.
Discard any leftover marinade after use to avoid cross-contamination.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
359 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.7 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.1 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2309 mg | 100% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.8 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.0 g | ||
| Protein | 7.4 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 48 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 535 mg | 11% | |
*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.
