Pork Marinade
Transform your pork dishes into an explosion of flavor with this easy and versatile Pork Marinade recipe! Bursting with bold ingredients like soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and a hint of brown sugar, this marinade perfectly balances savory, tangy, and sweet notes. Aromatic garlic, smoky paprika, and earthy oregano underscore the depth of flavor, while a touch of ground mustard adds a zesty kick. Ready in just 10 minutes, this simple marinade is ideal for pork chops, tenderloin, or ribs, letting you achieve restaurant-quality meals at home. Let your pork soak up the goodness for at least two hours—or better yet, overnight—for truly tender, juicy, and flavorful results. Whether you grill, bake, or pan-sear, this marinade guarantees satisfying, mouthwatering bites in every serving. Perfect for weeknight dinners, backyard barbecues, or meal prep, this recipe is your key to elevating pork to a new level of deliciousness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.25 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 3 cloves garlic
- 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoons dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoons ground mustard
- 0.25 cup water
Instructions
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves or use a garlic press for a smoother texture.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, olive oil, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar. Whisk together until the sugar dissolves.
Add the minced garlic, ground black pepper, paprika, dried oregano, and ground mustard to the bowl. Stir well to incorporate all the seasonings.
Pour in the water to slightly dilute the marinade and balance the flavors. Whisk again until fully combined.
Place your pork cuts (chops, tenderloin, or ribs) in a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish.
Pour the marinade over the pork, ensuring all pieces are fully coated. If using a bag, seal it tightly and massage the marinade into the meat; if using a dish, cover it with plastic wrap.
Refrigerate the pork for at least 2 hours, or ideally overnight, to allow the flavors to penetrate the meat. For thicker cuts of pork, marinate for up to 24 hours.
Before cooking, remove the pork from the marinade and discard any excess liquid. Cook the pork as desired—grill, bake, or pan-sear—until it reaches the proper internal temperature (145°F or 63°C).
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
388 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.7 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2317 mg | 101% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.5 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.2 g | ||
| Protein | 6.9 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 78 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 384 mg | 8% | |
*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.
